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Escorts, meth and a staged suicide alleged as surgeon Philip Polkinghorne tried for murder
The Crown alleged a 'double life', the defence said the open relationship was consensual.
Listen: 'My wife's dead' – Jury hears Polkinghorne's 111 call
He is accused of having killed wife Pauline Hanna in 2021.
Nine young people arrested after fleeing police in two Auckland incidents
Both incidents on Sunday involve stolen vehicles.
Fletcher Construction suing waterproofers over $320m loss for NZICC fire
The two waterproofing businesses have denied any liability for the October, 2019 blaze.
Ponsonby’s Chapel Bar & Bistro gets new owner
Kyle Anderson has bought the bar and says he's looking forward to a new Chapel chapter.
Crown alleges eye surgeon strangled wife, staged death as a suicide
A jury has been chosen for the high-profile six-week trial.
Car on back of tow truck bursts into flames on Auckland’s Southern Motorway
One northbound lane of the motorway is blocked and traffic is backed up for nearly 5km.
Golden Bay cement boat breaks down, Fletcher earnings forecast cut $10m-$30m
Cement supplies might be needed from other domestic and offshore businesses.
Five youths crash into police car, injuring two officers in Auckland pursuit
The pursuit ended in a crash in Wairau Valley.
Auckland economy rebounded well from pandemic – new report
New research shows Auckland's economy isn't quite as grim as it seems.
Review: Adela Zaharia and Amitai Pati spellbinding at the cathedral
OPINION: Unforgiving acoustics couldn't dampen a spellbinding evening of glorious singing.
'Last resort': Auckland Council selling Ōtara home to recoup $317k unpaid rates bill
The property's owner hasn't made a rates payment in 19 years.
Disgraced realtor admits impersonating businessman, could face jail time
Drever was jailed in 2022 for stealing $600,000 from a bowling club and speedway company.
Businessman dubbed ‘little prince' of counterfeit cigarettes faces deportation
Han Zhang, who imported drugs and tobacco, wanted to remain in NZ to be close to his son.
Main street meltdown: How NZ’s high streets are changing
We take a walk down some of New Zealand's high streets.
'Started to feel a nothingness': How Golriz Ghahraman explained shoplifting to judge
More than a dozen documents used to decide sentence for ex-Green MP have been released.
Why your next rates bill will make you angry: Shane Te Pou
OPINION: A dark cloud hangs over local government. Kiwis are about to feel the reality.
Editorial: Revival of NZ’s urban centres hinges on innovation and diversity
Main street transformations are not unique to New Zealand.
Shane Te Pou: Prepare for the reality of a rates-raid on your wallet
Households across the country are going to feel the sting of increased rates.
Value for money? Kāinga Ora spent $20m – now land sits vacant, housing plans scrapped
The sale was the subject of a protected disclosure that resulted in a confidential payout.
The Queen's Kiwi Rolls Royce for sale after 30 years in storage
Do you have $175k+ and deserve to travel around like a Queen?
'A guy came out and started blasting': Witness describes terrifying moment person shot
"Guys in balaclavas" were trying to grab a woman before one was shot, witness claims.
First heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blast
A large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.
A new era for Piha surf club after 'nasty, gutless' looting in cyclone aftermath
Serial burglar Dylan Hendriks admitted similar offending, but he denied the Piha heist.
Fog cancels flights at Auckland Airport
Travellers should check the airport's website for updates.
Every cat has its day: Saving the Sumatran tiger
Auckland Zoo is at the centre of conservation efforts for the critically endangered animals. Video / Jason Oxenham
Wine and zine your way around Auckland this weekend
This weekend's offerings include theatre and festivals, wine, food and zines.
Person injured after firearm discharged during an altercation in Glen Eden
Police are present on Waikumete Rd in Glen Eden following an altercation outside Westlight Apartments where a firearm was discharged Video / Hayden Woodward / NZME
'People are astounded': West Auckland's blind acupuncturist
Pivac has practised acupuncture below his suburban home for 50 years.
First look inside new five-star Horizon by SkyCity hotel
Locals were commissioned to make art within the new hotel to showcase this country.
Tuivasa-Sheck shines as Warriors tame Tigers
The Warriors weren’t to be denied their first win since round 17.
Southern city blitzes July high temperature record as southerly blast looms
A heavy rain warning and two watches have been issued in Fiordland.