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'Heavy congestion': Multi-car crash causing delays on SH16
The crash is affecting the city bound lane just prior to Lincoln Rd off-ramp.
Goff promises review of council-controlled organisations if re-elected
The review of CCOs is expected to cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Battle of the baristas: Latte-makers face off in leafy Parnell
The lattes were judged on visual appearance and the use of identical patterns.
Young dad gets dream wedding week before death
Inspirational dad Julian Coulston married his best mate eight days before dying of cancer.
One person dead after crash in Glen Eden
Two other people escaped with minor injuries after the crash just before 4am.
Hip-hop artist Savage on mission to help reduce youth suicide
Savage opens up about his niece's death from suicide and his own thoughts at the same age.
Five years of Uber: New Zealanders clock up 230 million km
Uber has hit several roadblocks since launching here in 2014.
Foggy skies: 112 flights delayed or cancelled
Almost 100 flights have been affected by this morning's fog.
Georgia Hulls keeping strides in lanes of maturity
Georgia Hulls sees her first World University Athletics Championship as key stepping stone
Accused keeps name secret after homicide on Auckland's North Shore
A 26-year-old man was granted name suppression in court today.
Sri Lankan suicide bomber's mum, sister in Auckland
Mother and sister 'co-operating fully' with NZ Police from home in South Auckland.
Ports of Auckland 'apology' over CEO's Quay St comments
The ports CEO claimed he didn't know the Quay St works start date before the public.
Pod of dolphins 'not bothered' by confident Auckland swimmers who 'engaged' them
Seven "playful" dolphins frolicked in the water at Murrays Bay with three swimmers today.
Armed police cordon off street in Mangere, South Auckland, following dispute
Police have cordoned off Pukaki Rd, Mangere, responding to a dispute at 6.30pm tonight.
Businessman facing extradition to Oz over tax fraud charges denied bail
A Chinese businessman accused of tax fraud has seemingly been in hiding near Auckland.
Huge cache of swamp kauri uncovered at Auckland construction site
More than 20 pieces of the timber potentially worth $10,000 per cubic metre was unearthed.
Kiwi sports star linked to international drug conspiracy trial
A well-known Kiwi sports star has been linked to a drug importation case.
Owner who claimed building wasn't leaky ordered to pay $500k in repairs
Company ordered to pay repair costs after falsely claiming the house was not leaky.
Kmart attack: Mum's horror as stranger rams, punches 'tantrum' toddler
'We can see that she has actually punched your son in the head with quite some force.'
Comanchero raid: Media personality faces $300,000 money laundering charge
Media personality told his job prospects 'in danger' due to charge, court told.
Simon Wilson: How Auckland Council found $500m without cutting costs
How did Auckland Council find an extra half a billion for the CRL without cutting costs?
The Crusaders combo that is a glimpse into All Blacks future
COMMENT: Test of young combination will make ABs coaches sit up and take notice.
Budget blowout: Council approves $500m City Rail Link bailout
The budget boost will ensure project is 'future-proofed', Mayor Phill Goff says.
Watch: Dramatic life-saving rescue of Auckland kayaker
Video footage from police helicopter shows the man lying motionless in the water.
'We don't want to start a war': Fake parking notice issued
Resident says if he caught the perpetrator, he would 'definitely make some noise'.
Suspected affair led to machete murder of church bell-ringer
The killer murdered the church bell-ringer after discovering texts sent to his wife.
Bus crash after driver's medical event: Bystander did CPR
There were about 10 passengers on board the red City Link bus when it crashed.
Gang tension: School's safety moves over Killer Beez, Tribesmen
School warns parents not to leave children unattended at gates.
Powerball struck yet again: Lotto player snags $5.5 million
There was only one person who won the First Division prize.
Māori Council asks Human Rights Commission to look into Hobson's Pledge
Human Rights Commission has been asked to investigate Don Brash-led lobby group.
Bus crashes into pole in Auckland CBD
The crash took place at the intersection of Mayoral Drive and Greys Ave.
'Tell my wife I love her': Stranded kayaker rescued from water
The man was located motionless in the water by Eagle helicopter crew on Tuesday.
Doctor censured following number of unprofessional behaviour incidents
Not only was he censured, but a psychiatrist was slapped with a fine and costs.