Kiwi musician accused of abusing ex alleges she was ‘highly volatile’
'She would lose her temper quite easily.'
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Police hunt under way after Armourguard robbed for ‘unconfirmed amount of cash’
Police have increased their visibility in the Birkenhead area in response to the incident.
Neighbour opposing apartment block wins concession from Metlifecare
'I will need to either purchase privacy blinds or live in my bedroom,' the neighbour said.
West Auckland girl ‘traumatised’ after intruder grabs her arm through sliding door
She was screaming, ‘Someone tried to grab my hand!'
'Not a faith thing': Caleb Clarke on stepping back from fantasy rugby
The All Black is one of four players who have opted out of Super Rugby's Fantasy game.
Tough battle: Surfers face small waves at Billabong Grom Series
Mount Maunganui's Tao Mouldey won, beating Macka Hazard in a tiebreak.
Honda’s father-son duo dominate opening NZ Superbike round
Mitch and Tony Rees dominated the opening round of the NZSBK in Southland.
Barrett still 'learning' his role with Vern Cotter's Blues
The veteran playmaker admits he has had some catching up to do now back with the Blues.
Brothers admit role in fatal attack that claimed young man’s life at service station
Shayden Perkinson died trying to protect his cousin at an ATM in 2023.
Editorial: Why we need tougher measures to tackle minor crimes
OPINION: Shoplifters are leaving supermarkets with trolley-loads of stolen food.
Why you should talk to your parents about wills and funerals
Putting crucial conversations off does not stop the inevitable from happening.
‘I wanted to piss off the police’: Arsonist reveals why he torched train station
Daniel Vale has previously been jailed for torching the office of former PM Sir John Key.
Property Insider: Fixing Ryman’s sinking Edmund Hillary hub; Britomart revitalisation turning 20
Site was rubbish dump, says boss of Mainmark, drilling through floor slabs up to 4m down.
Foodstuffs and Watercare clash over new $100m Highland Park supermarket
Watercare says it has offered an interim solution so the opening can happen on time.
$673,000 cash, 11.3kg meth found in drug searches, court hears
Crown says Sunia To'ofohe was a drug dealer; defence says he's a victim of poor policing.
'Changed forever': E-scooter accident leaves woman with brain injury
E-scooter related ACC claims have totalled $50 million since January 2019.
Law firm partner accused of inappropriate touching at Xmas party
He allegedly grabbed a colleague's penis while dancing.
Billionaires and man dildos: Ben Elton on the concept of 'Authentic Stupidity'
Elton makes his long-awaited NZ return in April and May this year.
Two pedestrians injured after concrete falls off Queen St building, smashes on to footpath
A woman and a man were struck by the falling masonry.
Police investigate ‘unexplained’ death of baby in West Auckland home
Despite the efforts of emergency services, the infant was unable to be revived.
Hello chocolate lover: Police recover 66 blocks of Whittaker’s after supermarket theft
The name-brand fan also allegedly stole shampoo and condiments.
‘It’s not pretty’: Dave Letele defends work amid online scrutiny
BBM delivers $13.50 in social good for every dollar invested, says Letele.
From Zimmer frame to triathlon: Rocco’s amazing athletic journey
'I’m going to be breakdancing over the finish line.'
‘Long overdue’: Year 14 rowers banned from Maadi Regatta
The new rules will take effect for this year’s regatta at Lake Karāpiro.
Phil Gifford: A match-maker’s dream and rugby’s saddest story
OPINION: The Chiefs will need no reminder how much effort is needed to beat the new Blues.
‘Awful situation’: Edmund Hillary village residents complain about sinking hub
Residents didn't expect retirement living to involve what feels like a construction site.
'One-of-one' signed Jonah Lomu card hits US auction, owned by Kiwi collector since 1996
The card was brought in 1996, and signed by Lomu two weeks before his 2015 death.
Tech Insider: Size of four rugby fields – Amazon buys more Auckland land
Amazon expands its data centre presence in West Auckland.
500 schools ranked: NCEA hotspots where top marks meet affordable housing
Discover the schools with the highest academic results and most affordable house prices.
Pesticides and illegal drains: Wetland suffers damage to an area the size of 54 rugby fields
Pesticides were sprayed, and 600m of drains illegally installed.
Auckland Art Gallery closes due to ‘unexpected building issues’, safety concerns
A leaking pipe on the second floor of the gallery has forced its closure.
Man, 60, charged over Auckland stabbing
The victim was rushed to hospital with serious injuries on Saturday evening.
Tuxedo stakes Derby claim with dominant Waikato Guineas win
Tuxedo's dominant win at Te Rapa boosts his Derby prospects significantly.