Mike Yardley: Police Minister's appearance on Newstalk ZB an epic fail
OPINION: She's the Māori and Pacific Minister of Police, apparently.
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Experts and former volunteers say they are uncomfortable about enclosures at the aquarium.
'Pacific Islander' an insulting umbrella term, Royal Commission told
A researcher says lumping everyone together robs people of their true identity.
Armed police debate reignites: Has the time come for our cops to carry guns?
Minister Williams' comments yesterday divided two prominent South Auckland leaders.
Home of rugby is changing to home of art for first Art in the Park
More than one hundred NZ contemporary artists will display works.
Parents 'in shock' after 18-year-old suffers brain bleed
Elaine and Roldan Lictao learned via a phone call their daughter was in hospital.
Minister won't back down on her position not to arm police officers
Poto Williams says the communities she represents don't want armed police.
An abandoned car sat on a street for a year. Residents resorted to attaching photos of Phil Goff
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Car fire causing delays on Auckland's Southwestern Motorway
A car fire is causing delays on Auckland's Southwestern Motorway.
Auckland Unlimited blames Covid for significant America's Cup deficits
Auckland Unlimited says the high cost of the America's Cup won't stop it hosting events.
Vulnerable people unprotected due to GP vaccine delay - doctor
The frustration from a Epsom GP comes just a week from the general public vaccine rollout.
Breakaway carriages: Passengers in disbelief after 'bizarre' train trip
Passengers watched in shock as their carriage slowly broke off from the rest of the train.
Ferry services cancelled across Auckland
Some ferries from Bayswater and Gulf Harbour have been cancelled this morning.
Watch: Police dogs take down armed man in Auckland
Police flooded Point England on Saturday with at least eight police cars and a helicopter.
Watch: Witness captures frightening sound of gunfire in West Auckland
Police have arrested a second person in relation to the shooting in Swanson.
Footage shows police officer repeatedly punched in the head in assault
Police officer knocked to the ground then kicked and punched in early-morning attack.
'City under siege': Rugby fans wanted blood after Springbok cancellation
Anti-tour protestors were being "bashed" - but claims some police didn't come to help
Wild weather: Tornado, thunderstorm warning for Auckland, Northland, Waikato, Coromandel
Warning of 120 kilometre per hour winds or a small tornado.
Heroic actions: Lifeguards who saved new dad honoured for bravery
Lifeguards who saved an injured new dad who was fearing for his life have been honoured.
Marchers brave rain in Auckland for little blue penguin
Protesters are calling for a halt to the Kennedy Point marina development.
Motorway gridlock: Long delays on the Southern Motorway
Two lanes blocked on Southern Motorway while bridge inspection is completed.
Serious injuries: Man rushed to hospital after incident outside Orewa bar
Man charged after another seriously injured in Orewa.
Elemental, my dear Auckland: Chase away the winter blues at city's winter festival
More than 50 events and experiences are on offer, from night food markets to live music.
'Elaborate fraud': Duped lenders give relative $20k under pensioner's name
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Business Hub: Fletcher Building CEO Ross Taylor on a milestone birthday and Auckland v Sydney
"You're a long time dead ... whatever you are doing, make sure it's enjoyable."
Watch: Moment police swarm alleged gunman
A witness heard a gunshot before police handcuffed a man and administered first aid.
'We've had enough': Tractors, utes and angry farmers descend on cities
We've had enough, Pipiwai farmer Daryl Barge said.
Anti-vax flyers 'antagonise': More than 800 reports of Covid misinformation, scams
Numbers likely represent a fraction of the problem as most just throw flyers in the bin.
Waiheke marina protester appears in court on wilful trespass charges
Warren Matahaere faces two charges of wilful trespass.
Tractor protest: Aucklanders warned to expect delays, crashes add to chaos
Traffic was 'very heavy' at 2pm on the southern motorway in Auckland.
Constable murder: Eli Epiha calmly admitted he 'f***ed up', friend says
Ephia's trial for attempted murder began this week in Auckland.
'No farmers, no food': Huge turnout as tractors, utes take to cities
A nationwide protest has seen farmers descend on cities and towns across the country.
Gang tensions: Gunshots heard before vehicle torched in Māngere
Police say the incident is linked to ongoing tensions between the King Cobras and Rebels.
Springbok terror: Anti-tour plot to shoot nails into Eden Park
Anti-tour protests became so violent there were fears people would die.