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'Super scared now': Residents share concerns after Richardson’s Restaurant death
A man died after an assault early Friday morning at Richardston's Restuarant and Bar.
West Auckland road closed after pedestrian hit by vehicle
Person taken to hospital with moderate injuries, road closed, public transport affected.
‘Up the Wahs’: Auckland trains graffitied amid Warriors fever
A social media account posting a video of the vandalism seems pleased - AT, not so much.
'Because he's white and rich' - Auckland fund manager accused of assault fights to keep name secret
The prominent fund manager's reputation would be damaged beyond repair, his lawyer argues.
Great deal or 'backslapping'? Council sells 7pc of Auckland Airport shares overnight
After contentious debate, Auckland Airport shares were sold overnight.
Locals 'shocked, scared' following killing at Auckland restaurant
A police guard is in place as an investigation into the homicide gets under way.
National’s Tāmaki Makaurau candidate is blue through and through
Hinurewa Te Hau's roots are deep in National.
Watch: Auckland blanketed with fog again, ferry services impacted
MetService warned the fog was likely to return to parts of Auckland and Hamilton.
Woman and child lived in mouldy, bug-infested illegal garage, awarded $29k
The Tenancy Tribunal said it was one of the most-serious cases they’d seen.
'Idiotic, reckless, potential deadly': Man rides through traffic clinging off back of bus
A video of the 'reckless, irresponsible' behaviour is circulating on social media.
Teacher who invited teen girl overseas, made 'inappropriate' comments, keeps registration
He can continue teaching after his four-month suspension.
'We will die in the cold': Migrants in overcrowded house face eviction in the midst of 'exploitation' investigation
INZ has approved 265 Migrant Exploitation Protection Visas this year.
Multi-car crash on Northern Motorway as truck rolls, causing massive congestion
Waka Kotahi said the truck rolled about 4.10pm between Oteha Valley Rd and Silverdale.
Tropically-charged storm to usher in spring, days of rain and wind for top of NZ
After a sunny week, it's all going downhill - just in time for the weekend.
Psychiatric symptoms receded for man who stabbed uncle 56 times, but he'll remain at lockdown facility
James Yates was earlier found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity.
Queen St homicide: Warrant issued for woman helping suspect hide
Tiari Boon-Harris is believed to be helping the alleged shooter evade police.
Covid-19 wage subsidy fraudster jailed
Jail term handed down for defrauding the wage subsidy scheme of nearly $200,000.
Police warn parents about fake business asking for videos of children getting ‘slimed’
The person claims it is for a game show - but no such game exists.
Teen trio, including 13yo, in custody after car thefts
A vehicle was taken from outside a property in Sandringham, Auckland, last night.
Flights cancelled as fog blankets Auckland
15 flights in and out of Auckland cancelled, further 21 regional flights delayed.
Truck carrying oysters and car collide: Three people critically injured
Three fire trucks are on the scene working to rescue the three trapped inside the car.
Auckland traffic: Buses delayed up to an hour due to congestion
A crash blocked two northbound lanes on the Northern Motorway after Fanshawe St on-ramp.
Auckland port workers get $1125 bonus, festivals get private funding
Port of Auckland has celebrated a good financial year with a bonus for unionised staff.
Police catch second teen alleged of stealing dozens of cars on North Shore throughout August
Two 14-year-olds are allegedly part of a 'small group' who broke into and stole cars.
Christopher Luxon attack ad accidentally launched early, billboard taken down
National says the ad represents a negative campaign that puts politics above people.
'Violent and unprovoked': Mentally unwell man who killed mother had history of attacking strangers
A judge decided Matamua Leatioo's lockdown psychiatric facility stay should be long-term.
Wayne Brown says scrapping regional fuel tax may leave Auckland council with $2b hole
Auckland Mayor warns transport projects are at risk if tax revenue is not replaced.
Youth justice staff charged with encouraging MMA-style fight between residents caught on video
The former employees could face up to 10 years' prison if found guilty.
Images of man released after student nurse assaulted outside hospital
Police want anyone who knows the man to come forward.
Two men plead guilty to attempted murder of popular Auckland radio host
The victim was attacked in his driveway in December 2020.
Gun pulled during central Auckland altercation
The incident occurred just after 1am near Myers Park.
Auckland traffic: Delays for citybound traffic on Southern Motorway
A crash near Mt Wellington caused long delays this morning.
Ellerslie Racecourse redevelopment: 330 long-term rentals to be built
Aucklanders get a chance to live in guaranteed long-term rentals by Ellerslie Racecourse.