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'We both realise the buck stops with us. It’s in the best interests for us to hand over.'
'Aggressive plan': KiwiRail promises to fix track after meeting with Auckland Mayor
For the third day running, KiwiRail imposed speed restrictions on the network today.
Church leader plotted with US rapper, baggage handlers to smuggle $8m of meth into NZ
He used his 'mana' in the community to recruit young men into the scheme, the Crown says.
Massey security guard death: Man denies killing Ramandeep Singh
The security guard's body was found in a Massey reserve a week before Christmas.
'Failure to plan': Auckland Transport woes only the beginning
Transport policies, plans and projects have fallen since the coalition Govt took to power.
Fletcher Building shares plunge as it makes $120m loss, CEO and chair resign
Dividend cut: Million-plus KiwiSaver investors indirectly affected.
Restricted fire season for Auckland and Northland begins today
High winds in Northland are driving fire danger to extreme levels.
'Bloody good bollocking': Mayor prepares for showdown as train debacle continues
Commuters have been warned trains will be cancelled due to the 'heat' until March.
Crashes causing long delays on Auckland motorways
The crash near Conifer Grove involved multiple vehicles.
Police to enforce detour routes during Brynderwyns closure
Roading authorities confident detours will handle extra traffic during Brynderwyn closure.
'Our baby was screaming': Family member recounts horror at cot fire that critically burnt infant
A police spokeswoman said they were not treating the fire as suspicious at this stage.
Child killer fights murder sentence, says meth addiction should have been considered
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‘Issues keep arising’: Calls for Fletcher Building board shake-up
'Fletcher has done considerably worse than the average company on the stock exchange.'
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Mouse found in Auckland Pak'nSave
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Fire in Flat Bush
Flat Bush residents urged to stay inside after fire. Video / Gaye Fisher
Man charged after Muriwai Beach ute crash that killed teen girl
The 19-year-old was rising in the back of a ute when it flipped, crushing her.
Weeks of chaos: Up to one in three Auckland train services cancelled from today
From 3pm today, 19 services will be cancelled on the rail network.
Major road closed, hundreds of properties without power after Flat Bush fire
Residents are advised to close their windows and doors and stay inside.
Water pipe bursts in Auckland suburb of Remuera
A water pipe burst in the Auckland suburb of Remuera, sending water gushing on to the street. Video / Desley Simpson
Water restored to some in Remuera, Meadowbank after 3 pipes burst
Watercare is offering to drop off fresh water to those who can't reach tankers.
Baby seriously hurt after car seat goes up in flames
The tot has been taken to Middlemore Hospital with serious injuries.
Weaving with string games and Te Rā, our oldest sail
An exhibition at Auckland museum will share matauranga Māori knowledge.
Wayne Brown hauls in transport bosses over train 'omnishambles'
Commuters on four lines faced multiple cancellations and delayed trips.
How can we make sense of a year like 2023?
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Teen surfer rides wave of success with three in a row
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Person trapped under 10-tonne roller
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Simon Wilson: Summer stupidity, Nimbys and Simeon Brown
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Queen St an economic powerhouse, but businesses struggling
Retailers in Auckland's city centre say they are still struggling to keep afloat.
AT blames KiwiRail over track ‘heat’ train cancellations
Trains on all lines were being affected between 1pm and 8pm.
37yo swimmer went missing in 'heavy and unforgiving' Piha Beach surf
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