One person dies after water-related incident at Bethells Beach
Four people were pulled from the water at Te Henga on Sunday afternoon.
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Four young men swept out to sea at Bethells Beach - one in critical condition
Four people were pulled from the water at Te Henga on Sunday afternoon.
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Auckland lifeguards repeatedly abused by swimmers, told to 'f*** off'
Lifeguards at Auckland beach were subjected to verbal abuse by swimmers.
Police appeal for information on missing Auckland teenager
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Holiday travel ‘chaos’: Air NZ flight grounded by air-con fault
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Grace Millane's family members receive OBEs in UK New Year Honours
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People swimming at Auckland’s Mission Bay despite sewage overflow
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'Big bang': Michael Hill jewellers attacked by men with hammers
An employee from a nearby shop said two kids went into the store in facemasks and hoodies.
'I had to sacrifice a lot': Fifa women’s football head appointed dame
Aucklander Sarai Bareman has been head of women's football at Fifa since 2016.
Why 2023 wasn't as bad as you think - 12 things that made the world better
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McMillionaires: The McDonald's franchisee power list
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Hot and humid today - and dry for most - rain likely tomorrow
Rain-soaked campers can look forward to a brighter first day of 2024.
Biggest foreign investment deals of 2023
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Julie King's service to education recognised
Julie King has spent 40 years in special needs education in England and New Zealand.
Determined railway workers' advocate honoured
“Little wins on behalf of real people" drove New Year Honours recipient.
Holidaymakers drenched as wild storm rolls through NZ
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Police appeal after Auckland teenager missing more than two weeks
Tehui, a 13-year-old from Mount Wellington, was reported missing on December 13.
Thieves less likely to target ‘unattractive’ cars, say police
Police urge car owners to take extra caution after spike in car thefts in North Auckland.
'Xmas ruined': Man barred from flight over special assistance mix-up
He suffered a stroke 21 years ago and requires minor assistance while on a plane.
The young boy and the sea: 8yo lands marlin twice his size
Nate Barratt battled to bring in the monster fish for an hour and twenty minutes.
'You'll be okay, we're here to help': Cliff plunge victim's dramatic kayak rescue
The family had been holidaying on their yacht in the harbour when they heard screams.
Artisan offers apprenticeship to workers laid off before Christmas
An Auckland fibrous plaster manufacturer offers an apprenticeship opportunity.
Three top-of-mind issues: Kiwi chief Clive Mackenzie
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Brynderwyns closure no worries for future-focused seagliders
The sailing, foiling, flying seagliders promise fast and efficient transport.
Woman survives 30m fall onto rocks at Waiheke Island
The injured woman had been exploring the island's coastline when she slipped.
Firefighters battle West Auckland jockey club grandstand blaze
Fire investigators have been at the scene and two trucks are there checking for hotspots.
Soggy end to 2023: Heavy rain, thunderstorms to sweep across NZ
Forecasters are warning heavy bursts of rain could lead to flooding and slips.