Horror as man 'on fire' after South Auckland transformer explosion
The man is in serious condition after a transformer blast at Frucor in Manukau.
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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.
National MP 'considering' setting up new Christian party – Bridges
Alfred Ngaro won't comment speculation he's planning on launching a new party.
Ardern: Why I said no to Labour leadership for 4 days
PM felt a sense of betrayal when she shifted electorates - and 'angsted' about her hair.
Starship hospital's drive to raise $235,000 to boost Play Specialist service
Beattie's daughter Hollie was just five when she was diagnosed with cancer.
Man dies days after crash
The 31-year-old was initially reported to be critically injured.
Boy's overdue library book sees debt collectors called in
'After this, to be fair we are cancelling our library cards.'
Budget 2019: $12m for rheumatic fever
The money will support Maori and Pacific communities to combat the preventable disease.
Suspicious package uplifted by NZ Defence Force at North Shore, Auckland
The NZ Defence Force Explosive Ordinance Disposal Team are in attendance.
Lanes cleared after crash on Auckland's Northern Motorway
The driver was taken to Auckland hospital in a serious condition.
Teenage woman charged with murder after Mt Eden death
Police say they have a person in custody after a body was found at a Mt Eden address.
Guess who: Auckland Grammar shares schoolboy photos of famous old boys
The elite Auckland school is celebrating 150 years.
$60m Puhinui rail interchange promises faster journey to Auckland Airport
Puhinui Rail Station will look very different by 2021.
Witnesses describe dramatic aftermath of shooting
A police officer was seen trying to save the life of a man who had been shot.
Winter at Middlemore Hospital: Over 2000 patients in one week
Between August 1 - 7, 2016, a total of 2,011 patients attended Middlemore Hospital.
One person has died following a shooting in Otara, South Auckland
Emergency services were called to the incident on Piako St shortly after 2.50pm.
Man appears in court over alleged road rage incident
The victim suffered serious injuries and was hospitalised.
Audrey Young: 'Herculean task' faces Christian party
In theory it sounds fine - practice is another thing, Audrey Young writes
Hawkesby: A let's get moving campaign? Yeah right ...
Comment: Some friendly advice from an Aucklander to Wellingtonians.
Albanian pizza offers understanding
Immigrant believes food offers a slice of life from other cultures.