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'Bitterly cold' conditions due to hit the South Island.
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‘Concerns’ about gun violence in central Auckland
On the day of a construction site shooting, police responded to a dozen other callouts.
150 Auckland ED nurses issue warning of 'unsafe' conditions
Tensions are growing at Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand because of chronic understaffing.
Person dies in 'water-related event' at Piha Beach
Emergency services spokesperson says they responded at 6.47pm.
'Westlake legend' killed during yacht race just weeks away from retiring from teaching
"School won't be the same without him," Westlake Boys' principal tells students.
Opinion: Let us embrace pay transparency and the Pasifika leadership
In New Zealand, the ethnic pay gap is a reality we must confront.
Viv Beck: Time of reckoning for Auckland’s city centre
OPINION: Tensions are growing, and concerns need to be voiced – popular or not.
'This is just madness': MetService staff in disbelief at fatal flood forecasting
An internal review seen by the Herald says warning systems need 'substantial changes'.
JP says bank account frozen after allegedly receiving $100k in stolen money
The private investigator, the secret recording and the fake Bitcoin investment contract.
Police response in Parnell, section of road cordoned off
A section of Judges Bay Rd is cordoned off.
'All the way from 275 Māngere': Alleged gang boss wins legal bid to travel to France for RWC
Corrections tried to stop Ray Elise going to Europe but his lawyer won a court battle.
'What about us?' Treaty settlement leaves home owners fearing they will lose access
Anxious beachfront home owners plead with council and government over Treaty settlement.
Auckland Domain's ugly pop-up ponds: The outlook for sport, major events
"The Domain is definitely not looking as attractive as it usually does" - deputy mayor.
West best for long weekend weather
What can you expect from the weather this long weekend, New Zealand.
Tributes flow for Kiwi fitness influencer Raechelle Chase after sudden death
Auckland mum had more than 1.4 million followers on Facebook.
‘Never been truly able to love again’: Victim confronts 'malevolent' sex abusers in court
She spoke of 'massive psychological wounds' that have festered in her life as a result.
He is no 'Teflon Don': Alleged gang boss takes the stand in his own defence
The cops say he's the chief, but Doyle's lawyer says he's no untouchable leader.
Brave Kiwi teen will have rare and complex brain surgery while fully awake
Tumour sits on the speech and movement part of 15-year-old's brain.
How billion-dollar builder quadrupled annual revenue
"We don’t just move people around from project to project but let them put down roots."
'On your bikes, Comancheros': Alarm as gang members join elite gym
Members of an exclusive gym want to know why the Comancheros have been allowed to join.
Takapuna Beach rape case: Co-workers who filmed rape sentenced to prison
The victim said she still has nightmares.
'Malevolent': Victim's last words to man who abused her, fraudster Paul Bennett
She spoke of “massive psychological wounds” that have festered in her life as a result.
Buses replace trains in Auckland and Wellington over Labour Weekend
Progress on major rail projects and maintenance work will be done over the long weekend.
Who spent most on online ads this election?
How much parties, candidates and lobby groups shelled out to show up in your feeds.
'He's trying to stab him': State tenant accused of lunging at neighbour with ‘butcher’s knife’
"I’m going to go and get a car and ram your house and kill you and your family."
'Like a lake': 24 townhouses being built on site swamped in Auckland floods
Neighbours are concerned for future buyers of homes being built on flooded site.
Four Waiwera water slides find new home in Northland
Arguably the most iconic slide was too damaged by vandals to salvage.
Olympian and family had 'semi automatic rifle pointed at them by police'
'We believe the landlord lied to get the police involved,' the athlete's spokesman said.
Auckland school sounds stranger danger warning after man allegedly tries handing out lollies
The Manurewa school has asked parents to speak to their kids about being vigilant.
This Auckland suburb is rated among the top 40 coolest spots worldwide
And another Auckland suburb has been kicked off the list.
Auckland lawyer held in custody for outburst at judge escapes conviction
Judge finds lawyer was a victim of 'acute burnout' as concerns for legal profession mount.
Sunny Labour Weekend ahead - but will you be able to swim in Auckland?
Twenty Auckland beaches are still unsafe to cool off at this long weekend.
PM-elect Christopher Luxon confirms he will cancel light rail in Auckland
Luxon returns to home base to thank voters for their support amid coalition talks.
Jail for uncles who delivered young nephew to his death
The brothers took Rangiwhero Ngaronoa to a planned beating, but it went too far.