Ghost scammers: Fraudsters take $100k with horror stories
Elaborate fraud exploits traditional and spiritual beliefs of mostly older women.
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Iconic menswear chain closes after 100 years
Staying afloat in today's retail climate has proved to be a "tough gig", says owner.
Eighth Queensland fruit fly found
The find has prompted an increase in efforts to eradicate the pest - with baits planned.
Eleven escape house fire in West Auckland
Crew from five fire appliances were sent to help.
Auckland fog: 50 flights cancelled before restrictions lifted
More than 80 domestic flights were affected before fog restrictions were lifted.
Horse float crash on Southern Motorway causes delays
Motorists were being asked to avoid the area.
Ex-police worker to pay cops' legal costs
Police have spent at least $840,000 defending claims made by one of its former workers.
P babies: 'He was aggressive ... like the Incredible Hulk'
Aggression and delays in learning problems for kids exposed to drug in early years.
Man who died after falling from moving van on Auckland Motorway was intellectually disabled
Police are now investigating the death for the Coroner.
'We might die from overwork': Auckland couple jailed for exploiting migrants
The couple were also two of a handful of people ever charged with human trafficking in NZ.
Inside SAS training deaths: By elephant, bomb or error
David Fisher reveals details of NZSAS training fatalities - one involving an elephant.
Fatal motorway fall: Victim a middle-aged man
The police Eagle helicopter landed in the middle of the motorway to provide first aid.
Ladi6 lights up Bright Nights in Auckland
The Auckland waterfront will be looking very different over the next few days.
Big Read: Inside the criminal evolution of meth in NZ
Power, P cooks and profit. The evolution of meth changed the criminal underworld forever.
Soldier died after jump from helicopter: Source
SAS soldier Nicholas Kahotea died following a training accident in Auckland last night.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash blocking Southern Motorway
Two lanes are shut and police say more may close.
'Outstanding' SAS soldier killed during training named
He was a soldier, father, friend and proud New Zealander, the Army says.
Motorway tragedy: Horrified witness tells of man falling from van at 100km/h
Man's fatal fall from van closed Southern Motorway to city-bound traffic for 2 hours.
Witness describes horror as man rolls from moving van on Auckland motorway
The white van was traveling at 100 km/h when the man rolled out.
Social media and fake news used to attack vaccinations
Influencers and social media are harming the health of Kiwis, a health expert says.
Drunk motorist admits running red light, killing taxi driver
Abdul Syed died in the crash, leaving behind his wife and baby boy.
Car fire in Victoria Park Tunnel
A car was reported to be smoking in the central Auckland tunnel just after 6am.
Helicopters swoop low over Auckland, shaking homes
Two helicopters landed on the Domain in central Auckland around 8pm.
Cannabis referendum tracking to pass despite decline, poll says
The nationwide survey was undertaken before the cannabis referendum was announced.
Elton John adds third Auckland show
Some dates also moved owing to scheduling conflicts.
One dead following serious crash in Northland overnight
Crashes in Auckland and Northland both happened about 10 o'clock on Wednesday night.
Doggy daycare owner sentenced after pet killed
Wilson, a 17-month-old dog, was found dead and covered in bite wounds.
High school student paralysed following swimming accident
More than $2000 has already been donated on Givealittle for his recovery.
Local concern over West Auckland airport plans
Airport says application is to clarify zoning issues.
Breakdowns and crashes causing delays through Auckland
Delays are being experienced throughout the city.
Fifty elm trees on Takarunga/Mt Victoria go due to disease
The trees were carefully removed by helicopter in sections between 600 and 1200kg.
North Shore Paranormal: Home owners floored by pentagram, occult symbols
Couple went to lay carpet and made bizarre discovery in their home of 30 years.