Rainbow community leader resigns after supporting Brian Tamaki
James Laverty's resignation was announced after he attended an event at Destiny Church.
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'Amazing young man': Rising rugby league star dies
Rugby league player Zae Wallace died from a serious infection after catching the flu.
Mislabelled package sparks bomb squad callout
The NZDF's bomb disposal unit was called in to deal with the package.
Footpath madness: Dashcam captures dangerous overtaking
Dangerous driving captured on dashcam in Auckland.
Ford Rangers recalled over front brake issues
People affected by the recall are told to contact their Ford dealer.
Tragic death: 20yo league star dies after catching flu
Talented 20-year-old is being mourned by family and friends.
Buses replace some Auckland train services
Some trains will not operate on the network due to maintenance, Auckland Transport says.
Brian Tamaki's next move? From Destiny to Big Gay Out
He'd go, but Hannah Tamaki isn't sure her husband would be welcome at rainbow event.
Mt Roskill: Road closed following collision with five parked cars
The incident took place on Mt Albert Rd shortly after 5 o'clock this morning.
Winter isn't coming New Zealand - it's here, and it's cold, brace yourselves
Temperatures dipped below zero overnight as snow blanketed parts of New Zealand.
Brave Hearts: Meet the kids fighting for their lives
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South Auckland shootings: 'My kids don't walk the streets'
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Cold case: Police chase leads in 26yo murder mystery
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Air NZ flight from Perth to Auckland scrapped after lightning strike
Travel plans disrupted as Air NZ works to rebook passengers.
Weather wild and unpredictable - and there's more to come
Walkers enjoying a period of sunshine have been caught out with an unexpected hailstorm.
Driver dies after fleeing police in South Auckland
A person died at the scene after a police chase in Manurewa.
Thunderstorms, lightning, driving warnings. What's next?
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Flooding fear sparked 'drain the lake' plan
Auckland Council dismissed installing a pipe to drain the lake, which would cost millions.
Airport worker struck down by devastating illness
Akhilesh Kadam died almost a week after being rushed to hospital in a critical condition.
Whale Oil book's home invasion gunman declined parole
Police seeking Crown Law advice on charges after fresh inquiries.
Long weekend traffic - where to avoid
NZTA are already warning Auckland motorists to "be prepared" for heavy congestion on SH1.
Inmate assault claim probe after lawyer's visit blocked
Inmate claims she was pepper sprayed, handcuffed and face-smashed into the floor.
Waiheke ferry fury: Fullers to review operations after 400 passengers stranded
"We have heard loud and strong that some of our customers are unhappy with our services."
Wild weather, downpours: Long weekend holidaymakers face traffic chaos
Heading away for Queen's Birthday? You may be in for a slow, wet journey.
Court dates set for Great Barrier dredging appeals
The consent increases sediment dumping from 50,000 to 250,000 cubic metres annually.
Embrace the chill: Six best places this wintry long weekend
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St John staff to vote on unsociable work hours pay offer
Staff will vote on the offer to introduce shift payments for unsociable work hours.
Young man who praised Christchurch mosque attacks kept in jail longer
Mentally unwell prisoner expressed white supremacist views, and support for massacres
Delays after crash near Karaka
The single-vehicle crash happened just before 2pm, between Gellert Rd and Glenbrook Rd.
Ferry cancellation strands hundreds on Waiheke
Around 400 commuters were stranded after sailings were cancelled from 6am to 8am.
Friends appeal for help for Indian man on life support
Akhilesh Kadam's organs are on life support, leaving his parents desperate to reach him.
Prominent businessman allowed to leave NZ despite criminal charges
The wealthy man faces multiple criminal charges but has been allowed to travel.
Red-light runner bus driver who killed two escapes jail
Taylor King and Jeremy KauKasi died at the scene of the crash.