Former political figure has name suppression lifted, still can't be named
The man has been found guilty on eight charges of sexual assault dating back to the 1990s.
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'Had to tell someone': Polkinghorne sobs as wife's private messages read in court
The Auckland surgeon is accused of strangling wife Pauline Hanna in their Remuera home.
Auckland man sentenced over attempted murder at Remuera campground
He was suffering from 'active psychotic symptoms' at the time of the attack.
State house tenants blasts 'dangerous' homes built on flood plains
Almost 200 homes near Te Ararata Stream flooded in last year's storms.
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Polkinghorne trial: Defence pathologist says lack of injuries in strangling victims rare
The Remuera eye surgeon is accused of strangling his wife, Pauline Hanna.
Air NZ flight to Wellington diverted to Christchurch after hydraulic system issues
Two of the three brakes reportedly were not working.
'It's a nightmare': Unfinished apartment block a 'blight' on Epsom
The Epsom Central Apartments Project halted five years ago after failing building consent.
Watch: Near-miss head-on crash caught on camera, highlights dangers of dynamic lanes
Concerns were raised about the Panmure Hwy Bridge last month. A fix is still in the works.
Auckland Islamic colleges reopen today after off-shore video threats
Increased police patrols will be increased on Westney Rd.
Auckland student dresses up as terrorist, pulls fake bomb stunt
The student screams 'Allahu Akbar'.
'Critical point': Students may be rostered home as teacher shortage bites
The PPTA says Ōrewa College is 'not alone in its plan to roster students home'.
Property Insider: 'Terrific time to look at NZ' for $1.6b investor
Big investor says New Zealand has compelling opportunities.
Bus driver unable to walk after being beaten with skateboard in Auckland attack
The assault comes within a month of an attack on another driver in Auckland last Saturday.
Construction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on record
Data from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.
Children caught in the mud after fleeing helicopter - police
A 12- and 13-year old were caught when the vehicle they were in became trapped in mud.
Eden Park rugby fans alarmed after child seen with ‘realistic’ toy gun
A fan said Aucklanders were on edge after a series of violent incidents in the city.
Man arrested after brandishing knife at Green Bay New World worker
Facebook reports say the armed man was seen running from a grocery store.
'Our children are not skittles': The roundabout with 50 crashes in five years
The Clendon community wants Auckland council to rethink safety measures for the area.
Alleged accessory to Grey Lynn murder defiant in dock, winks at media
It emerged in court that police are yet to find the firearm allegedly used to kill Repia.
Auckland bus attack: Man to face court following alleged assault on driver
A 36-year-old West Harbour man has been charged with assault.
Two Auckland Islamic schools in lockdown after suspicious threat, closed today
Students have been told to stay home today.
Judge issues minute explaining why Polkinghorne trial won't sit today
The Remuera eye surgeon is accused of strangling his wife, Pauline Hanna.
William Dart review: Auckland Chamber Orchestra at Raye Freedman Arts Centre
OPINION: ACO's 'Bagatelles' concert was a top-notch evening of chamber music.
Barnett named Warriors player of the year
The forward capped off a big year by collecting the Simon Mannering Medal.
Only two children allegedly remain at Ponsonby preschool
Parents threatened to remove children from preschool after fiery feud with management.
'He's done it again': Anger as crash victims learn driver has now killed another person
1982 crash victim's sister: “It’s just like, ‘you bastard, you brought it all up again’.
Raised at the TAB: My recovery from binge gambling
"I was going on binges for two days, being drunk, staying up gambling."
'You are my servant': Auckland bus driver abused then punched in face
A passenger told the driver it was his country, later unleashing a vicious assault.
'Do us a favour and leave': AUT professor fumes at staff for leaking workplace survey results
An AUT spokesperson says they were 'concerned about the results of the survey'.
Lotto riches: Lucky Auckland Powerball player wins $17 million
The Lotto Powerball numbers are in.
Two teenagers arrested in relation to Grey Lynn homicide
“Our investigation is very much ongoing, and is still in the early stages."
'They were lost': Councillor forced to drive lost emergency responders to stroke victim
The response "should have taken 10 minutes but it took an hour and a half.”
Why Auckland FC won't be a Kingz or Knights 2.0
Noah Hickey played for both of the previous iterations of Auckland A-League clubs.
'I’m not paying him an absolute penny': The dispute over an unpaid $14k bill
Raine Selles continues to baulk at money owed for her horse arena, despite a court order.