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'A new lease of life': Hospitality star sisters take over SPQR site

'Rest assured, the copper bar danced upon by so many over the years will remain.'

Man shooting pigeons sparks Ponsonby school lockdown

Police responded to reports of a person with a gun at around 10am.

Polkinghorne considered selling Remuera home: Accountant

Philip Polkinghorne is accused of strangling his wife, Pauline Hanna.

Onehunga shooting victim was gang member who was once shot at by police

Anthony Edward Rangi was a patched member of the Black Power-affiliated gang Mangu Kaha.

House prices average $1.108m in August for Auckland’s biggest agency

Prices stable as new listings climb; agency says cheaper mortgages might help.

NZ tourist dies after balcony fall in Thailand

A Givealittle page has been set up to help bring his body home.

Exclusive: Auckland FC sign All Whites defender

Nando Pijnaker is the ninth All White to sign for the club.

'Improper' Covid cash claim: Ministry takes hotel building contractor to court

Issue over nearly $250,000 in pandemic-era wage subsidies.

Opinion: The case for Auckland waterfront museum to rival Sydney Opera House

OPINION: Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland has no mega-attraction to capture the world’s attention.

Auckland motorway bridge fire: Blaze rips through possible homeless encampment

Three fire trucks were on the scene trying to put the fire out, a Fenz spokesman says.

Eden Park: What would 12 concerts a year mean for Kiwis?

Securing shows is 'extremely' competitive and Australian stadiums are upping their quota.

'We can't sleep': Couple fear for future, loan on Du Val unit axed

Meanwhile, a decision on media access to court and receivership files has been reserved.

Power expert says washing machine didn't run morning of Hanna's death

Auckland surgeon Philip Polkinghorne is accused of having strangled wife Pauline Hanna.

Du Val downfall: From champagne, private jets to receivership and $250m debt

Now Du Val investors and creditors want their money.

Man in court on murder charge after fatal Onehunga shooting

Accused gets interim name suppression after appearing over weekend shooting.

'As the sun was setting': Muriwai lifeguards rescue two stranded young girls

Rescuers were able to guide the pair along the rocks to safety rather than use a jetski.

'Going to miss you, mate': Slain scientist farewelled at place he 'lived and died'

Thorpe's mate said he would 'enjoy' getting the last laugh today during his eulogy.

Polkinghorne's investment adviser tells of eye surgeon's $2.2m portfolio

He had invested into Apple, Amazon and other large multinationals.