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Police car rammed in incident in New Lynn overnight
Police car rammed after incident in New Lynn, West Auckland, overnight.
New location of interest as four new Delta Covid cases, Auckland Hospital nurse tests positive - all linked to Devonport tradesman
A fully vaccinated nurse at Auckland Hospital has tested positive.
Kiwis rush to supermarkets despite pleas not to panic-buy
People are being urged not to panic buy groceries this evening after lockdown announced.
Derek Cheng: Auckland Covid case could trigger a swift, hard lockdown
OPINION: Chris Hipkins has already warned a hard lockdown would be the go-to for Delta.
'Narrowed to three': Auckland still a small chance to host America's Cup
Grant Dalton says an announcement on the venue for the next America's Cup is imminent.
'Devastating': The sad disappearance and death of 21yo Auckland woman Carissa Avison
A Coroner has detailed, for the first time, the details of Carissa Avison's death in 2017.
'Serious problem': Vaccination rates not tracked at Auckland border facility
'It should be an absolute priority to have this information,' public health expert says.
Not better living: Kiwi broadcaster reveals hoarder nightmare neighbour
The broadcaster has complained to the council about the state of her neighbour's garden.
Isis supporter who allegedly planned Auckland attack could not be charged as a terrorist
Judge describes lack of planning offence as 'Achilles' heel' in terror law.
Watch: Burglar uses grinder to steal $15,000 worth of cigarettes
The footage captures sparks flying as the man uses the grinder to steal cigarettes.
Editorial: All's fair in love and inheritance
Editorial: Writing an unfair will may be tempting but it's more likely to be contested.
Death, a will, then court: How one man dangled an inheritance to command many women
After decades together, she was cut out of a will that left it all to a new woman.
Crime in the City: Auckland's businesses implore Govt to act
Crime in Auckland's CBD has jumped and businesses are feeling the pinch.
Outward Bound co-founder dead at 91
Levene became a millionaire from his homeware business and supported multiple charities.
Jewellery heist: Pascoes hit by burglars for second time in 8 days
Police wouldn't confirm the shop raided but said a significant amount of goods was taken.
One critical, one seriously injured in South Auckland street fight
Several people have been taken to hospital after the brawl in Clover Park.
Fixing the ferries: Ambitious plans for harbour transport
Auckland's ferry services are due for a shakeup with new contracts and new vessels.
Timaru crash that killed teens one of 13 with five or more victims
The Weekend Herald looks back at the crashes in New Zealand with the highest fatalities.
Former Ports chief charged over worker's death
Tony Gibson has been charged following the death of a stevedore.
Watch: Teen seriously hurt after falling down beach cliff-face
The boy had to be winched into a chopper after falling and landing on a precarious ledge.
Alfriston Rd murder: Domestic tyrant granted bail before fatal attack
Palmer Edward Marsters sentenced to life, with a minimum of 12 years before parole.
Judith Collins and 'wokeness': The racist aftermath of the Aotearoa debate
Judith Collins has been described as both dog whistling and standing up to wokeness.
Unusual move: Health officials shut down rumours of Covid lockdown
Health officials are shutting down rumours of a Covid-19 lockdown in New Zealand.
Pedestrian seriously injured after alleged hit-and-run in New Lynn
A pedestrian is in a serious condition after being hit by a vehicle in New Lynn.
Dangerous road: Rural south Auckland residents call for action
Locals are calling for action to make safety improvements to a notorious road.
'Another afterthought': Disabled community forgotten in Covid rollout - advocates
It comes after reports of varied experiences for disabled people getting vaccinated.
Influencer trial: Teen sent nude photos to man he accused of blackmail, rape
One of the person's two accusers has testified at the High Court at Auckland.
Hobsonville Point startup makes Forbes' Rising Stars list
Rubbing shoulders with global giants.
'Opposite policing to US': Majority officers want to be routinely armed
NZ is one of just 19 countries around the world in which police aren't routinely armed.
Alleged Penrose gunman also accused of burgling Michael Hill Jeweller
The man is accused of stealing jewellery, cars and thousands of dollars in cash.
Covid: Ship pilot's infection linked to Qld taxi driver, abuse 'not helpful'
Health authorities reveal pilot has same Delta strain as Cairns taxi driver.
Crash near Ellerslie causes delays on Auckland's Southern Motorway
Waka Kotahi: 'Pass with extra care and expect delays until lanes can be cleared.'
Hunt for Maserati after motorcyclist seriously injured in hit-and-run
Police have issued a plea for information on a dark-coloured Levante.