World Turtle Day: Rescued turtle to make public debut
Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium is introducing its newest rescue turtle, Calvin.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromAuckland Region
Auckland Council approves free kids' public transport at weekends
Auckland Council approves new spending without cutting costs or raising rates.
Protest tipped to march across Auckland Harbour Bridge cancelled following meeting
Following the meeting today, the Trust has announced it will cancel the protest.
Migrant's anguish over new Auckland house
A Signature house-buyer is complaining about a long wait, builder defends actions.
Ponsonby shack sells under the hammer for $1.1m
Peeling paint and tumble down shed fail to put off interest from six bidders.
Farewell to a 'troublemaker, in an innocent sense'
"He always had the last laugh. He was an absolute hoot."
Technician who received electrical burns released from hospital 'in good spirits'
An eyewitness described seeing a man "on fire" after an explosion at a Vector transformer.
Yacht donated to Northland kids' charity
Comedian Mike King contacted by family of late boat owner seeking a good cause.
Suppression for victim remains but not for accused
The alleged victim's name remains suppressed.
New design for Harbour Bridge shared path announced
The decision comes after the concept for the path was created more than a decade ago.
Ambulance fire at Otahuhu train station: Patient and carer safely evacuated
An ambulance caught fire in Otahuhu, while on its way to Auckland Hospital.
Stranger danger: Police investigate approaches to school children
Two students were approached by strangers while walking home from school in Auckland.
No fishing: Swathes of Hauraki Gulf could be closed or made marine reserve
Just 0.3 per cent of the Gulf is currently protected as "no-take" marine reserves.
ACC's e-scooter bill hits new high - but stats back Lime safety claim
How e-scooters stack up against other forms of transport in the accident claims stakes.
Exclusive: Inside mind of 'watchlist' subject visited by cops
A social media user visited by police talks about why he was targeted.
SkyPath plan in jeopardy? Alternative design could delay project, lobbyists say
But the new plan could just be a ploy to delay construction, lobbyists SkyPath Trust say.
Soldier shot during live training exercise at Ardmore base
Soldier said to be in a moderate condition with a wound to his upper arm.
Stranger indecently assaults Auckland schoolgirl in Royal Oak
Police are investigating a reported indecent assault on a schoolgirl in Royal Oak.
Horror as man 'on fire' after South Auckland transformer explosion
The man is in serious condition after a transformer blast at Frucor in Manukau.
Homophobic attack: Man admits assault on reporter
The 20-year-old was motivated by his 'religious views' to attack the reporter.
'We thought she was going to die': Witness describes horrific crash in West Auckland
"We thought she was going to die, but once they got her out she was still alive."
Police chase: Two teens in hospital after horrific crash
The 15-year-old driver has been taken into custody.
Hamilton to Auckland train service 'to give commuters a choice'
New Hamilton to Auckland commuter train service to be equipped with Wi-Fi.
Architect of Auckland mum's kidnapping and death appeals
Cambo Jack used the Head Hunters' 'ghost unit' to keep his hostage for 22 hours.
Man charged after alleged prison assault
Corrections is undertaking a review of the incident.
Indecent assault: Former cop sentenced
Police commend the bravery of victims who came forward to make a complaint.
Serious crash closes road in Takanini
Emergency services are currently on the scene of the incident on Mill Rd.
Wild weather: 3m waves, coastal warning issued for Auckland
Thick cloud cover due over parts of North Island west coast this week despite anticyclone.
Man dies from injuries in Pukekohe fire
Emergency services are currently at the blaze on Crosbie Rd.
Plastic bags into fence posts as recycling scheme resumes
The plastics will be recycled in New Zealand and made into items such as fence posts.
'Concerning package' removed from Bastion Pt beach
For the second time in two days, police have been called about suspicious packages.
Why Bunnings' flatpack homes won't solve the housing crisis
Bunnings' flatpack homes have caught the imagination of Kiwi first-home buyers.
Teacher's diary: Work not finished at 10pm
50,000 teachers are preparing to strike - here's a look at one teacher's typical workload.
Major West Auckland bridge to be out of action at night
A West Auckland bridge will be out of action for late-night motorists over coming weeks.