Sun comes out to play on first day of Polyfest
Day 1 of this year's ASB Polyfest saw hundreds of students take to the stage.
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Auckland Secondary Schools' Polyfest celebrates 49 years
More than 8000 students from 239 Auckland high schools are performing this year.
Large building fire in rural Auckland contained, locals told to keep windows closed
Crews were expecting to remain at the scene for several hours.
Job cuts possible at Les Mills International as customers ditch online workouts
Half of the gym giant's workforce is based in New Zealand.
'If Shakespeare was Samoan, this would fit the bill - drama, backstabbing, betrayal and power'
'While it’s fiction, it felt like fragments of my life were before my eyes, as a Samoan.'
Four years on, how Covid changed the work-life balance
OPINION: The 'life' in the 'work-life' balance concept is more valued now.
Les Mills job cuts as customers ditch online workouts
Half of the gym giant's workforce is based in New Zealand.
One hurt in gas explosion at industrial site
Gas cylinders and a forklift were on fire after explosion, Fire and Emergency said.
How helping his seamstress mum turned into a career in fashion
"I started sewing at a young age because my mum would ask me to help her."
'I'd seen what it does when it swallows someone whole and spits them out'
Ex-radio host Alex King reveals a new personal project she is working on.
Would you pay $550 for this view of Pink? VIP tickets disappoint New Zealand superfans
Fan says her view was of the side of the stage and her VIP seat was double-booked.
Is it time for the Pasifika Festival to move to South Auckland? 'It makes sense'
In previous years, the community has called for Pasifika to be moved to the Southside.
'Just let the reo speak for itself'
Te Po Theatre presents a new hybrid show of Māori theatre and circus.
'I don’t think people understand how much of ourselves we put on the line'
Tongan-Kiwi actor JP Foliaki shares about his journey in the acting world.
Pasifika Festival: Celebrating 32 years of Pacific Island culture, food and music
"It’s an opportunity for us to showcase our communities - the colours, sights and sounds."
Chilling footage shows Auckland Caltex worker fleeing from hammer-wielding robbers
The franchise owner said his stores have been robbed eight times this year.
'For our Pacific parents, it's not just a place to share a random status'
"It's not unusual to attend a Samoan funeral and see an aunty going live on Facebook."
Watch: 'Our eternal Valentine' - Wife's heartbreaking tribute to Efeso Collins
Traffic management will be in place around Due Drop Events Centre this afternoon.
'Horrific banging noises': Waiheke local describes chaotic ferry brawl
People could be heard stamping and being thrown around on the top deck in the fracas.
Iconic Auckland cafe closure: 'We were blindsided'
The Manurewa community is urging officials to keep the popular local spot open.
Politicians among the scores paying respect to Fa’anānā Efeso Collins
Huge crowds are expected to pay their respects over the next few days.
Paula Bennett confirms she is eyeing up Auckland mayoralty
Wayne Brown: Local government shouldn't be a dumping ground for failed politicians.
Rain on its way for Auckland, set to spoil Black Caps T20
Meteorologist's gloomy forecast spells doom for cricket fans today.
Little life, big legacy: Baby’s death won't be in vain, parents say
'We’re just here to help other families now,' the mum of the late 4-month-old says.
Spoiler alert: Final T20 match in doubt due to dire weather forecast
Cricket fans are set to pay for today’s sun-soaked day.
Arm wrestler Fred Lam Kam: 'It's given me a purpose'
Fred Lam Kam was addicted to drugs a few years ago. Arm wrestling helped him change.
Efeso Collins' funeral: Organisers set plans for huge community farewell
He is currently lying in state until the service on Thursday.
Opinion: Efeso Collins was the migrant’s dream come true, what our ancestors dreamt of
Many are grieving the man that was, but also the man he was going to be.
Efeso Collins 'most beautiful man with an orientation of love'
He was remembered as he lived - with love - following his sudden death.
Review: 'The show was so good I went to watch it twice'
Hyperspace is a nostalgic roller coaster that took me right back to my childhood.
NZTA backtracks after panicking motorists on Harbour Bridge inaccessibility
Aucklanders are still being advised to be prepared for a swathe of roadworks.
Super Sun-day: ‘Significant jump in temperatures’ on way
There’s more hot air on the way, especially for some South Islanders, MetService says.
Have you seen Cortney? Police seek sightings of missing Aucklander
Cortney has been reported missing in Auckland.
Watch: Emotional haka after shock death of much-loved principal
Students at Rongomai Primary, in Otara, perform a powerful haka to say goodbye.