Serial rapist who wanted to move to Iraq and get married denied parole
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Businesses pledge to create jobs for Māori, Pasifika
Over 30 jobs will be created for South and West Aucklanders, Māori and Pacific people.
Ports of Tauranga ho-hum about buying Ports of Auckland
Focus is on a Government study, however, not Tamihere's sell-off plans.
Man rows solo from Dunedin to Cape Horn in 154 days
The journey took the 67-year-old just 154 days.
'Malicious and nasty' blogger targets ex-MP's emails
The judges described Dermot Nottingham's requests as a "fishing expedition".
SAS trooper farewelled in 'moving private service'
SAS trooper Lance Corporal Nicholas Kahotea was farewelled in Auckland yesterday.
Parole refused for nanny in Epsom baby kidnapping
The woman behind one of the most bizarre cases in Auckland's courts will stay in prison.
Bartender denies manslaughter after man dies in alleged Queen St assault
Jerico Telea died in hospital two days after a serious assault, police allege.
New High Court trial for prominent businessman
The trio's first trial was aborted after a jury heard about two weeks of evidence.
Public dispute council's timeline to reopen Waitākere Ranges
The plan identifies priorities for track upgrades and reopening over the next five years.
1769 to today: A history of Islam in New Zealand
First recorded Muslims in NZ date back to visit of French ship 250 years ago.
Seven Sharp goes off air as fire alarm clears building
The news and current affairs programme had to be taken off-air.
Measles outbreak continues to spike
Canterbury outbreak seems to have been contained while Auckland's continues to spike.
What's in a name? Auckland nudist beach set for big reveal
St Helier's nudist beach's various names prompt call for new signs to display them all.
'Indians are dirty': Tenants say rental denied due to race
The family claim they were told "the owner doesn't want Indian tenants".
Smoking gun: Nine retailers caught selling tobacco to teenagers
Auckland Regional Public Health Service identified the retailers over a two-week period.
Brakes go on e-scooters: Speed limit imposed in parts of Auckland
ACC stats show nearly 2000 e-scooter injury claims have been made since October.
Police seek information after man hospitalised with gun injury
The man presented at Middlemore Hospital yesterday afternoon with a gunshot wound.
Road rage attack: Victim flung from bonnet seriously injured
Anyone with information can call Waitemata CIB on 09 839 0697.
Mayoral race heats up: John Tamihere proposes selling Ports of Auckland
The new owners would lease back at a commercial rate for up to 25 years, Tamihere said.
Kmart tantrum toddler assault claim: Police say 'insufficient evidence'
A woman in her 60s allegedly hit the toddler with a trolley before punching him.
'Programmed to win': 110 million reasons Team NZ should be worried
Bankrolled by a billionaire, Ben Ainslie's Team UK are out to steal the America's Cup.
Major delays loom for Auckland rail commuters
Auckland workers who maintain and repair passenger trains are being suspended for a month.
Man critically injured with gunshot wounds in Auckland
Police are currently working to establish the circumstances of the man's injuries.
Elderly couple find love through Facebook community group
In a desperate plea to end his loneliness, Jerald Montillier, 75, turned to Facebook.
Crash clogged Southern Motorway near Ellerslie in Auckland
Crashes and breakdowns are starting to clog Auckland's motorways.
Healthy homes: Final standards to be announced on Thursday
The final standards for healthy home requirements will be released on Thursday, May 16.
Parasite spread by cats killing more dolphins than commercial fishing
A parasite carried by cats is more threatening to dolphins than commerical fishing.
WorkSafe investigating death of man who fell from moving van
The man died after he fell from a van on the Southern Motorway on Thursday.
Level crossing waits fuel driver 'frustration' - local board
Local board wants level crossing delays trimmed in Mt Albert and Morningside.
Police seek CCTV and recordings of Grey Lynn stabbing
The serious assault occurred just after 1am on Sunday in the Auckland suburb.
Mall meltdown: Worker rages at kids over playground noise
Store offers 'sincerest apologies' after employee 'snapped' and abused family.
'Heavily intoxicated' driver crashes into Western Springs building
The driver crashed into a central Auckland building shortly before 9.30am.