Top cop blames gang tensions, 501 deportees for surging gun violence
Australian deportees are partially responsible for worsening use of violence and guns.
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Armed police were called to a property in Ōtara after a man was seen with a gun.
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Six of New Zealand's high-achieving business women share tips for how to succeed.
South Auckland turf wars: Is there an end in sight for Ōtara's gang problem?
The bloody cycle will continue unless major interventions are made, community leaders say.
Ōtara Millionaires Club: Properties hit new highs in low-income suburb
Local politician says Govt failure is allowing the market to drive further inequality.
Netflix production slammed for using gunshots during filming in 'on-edge' Ōtara
"You can imagine how scared and frightened people are at the moment."
The rise of gangs, drugs and guns in Auckland: 355 people shot
Surging gun violence is being blamed on gang warfare, drugs and organised crime.
Ōtara baby homicide case: Man pleads not guilty
The 5-month-old baby boy died on October 22.
South Auckland gangs reach agreement after spate of shootings
The agreement is understood to have been reached between the Tribesmen and Killer Beez.
'Escalation of violence': Police to carry guns after shooting spree
Suburban spate of shootings prompts arming of South Auckland police.
Weekend shootings keep police busy across Auckland
There have been several shootings across Auckland this weekend.
Armed police stand guard in Ōtara after shots fired
Police have closed roads in Ōtara as they investigate sounds of gunfire.
Ōtara school lockdown lifted after firearm incident
"We don't know what's happened, but we can see four police cars."
'We made it': Embattled students prepare for NCEA after virus-disrupted year
More than 100,000 Kiwi school students are preparing for NCEA exams, which begin Monday.
Death of baby in Ōtara now a homicide, man charged with assault
The death of a baby in Otara last week is now being treated as a homicide.
Otara baby death: Police probe after tot's unexplained death
Police are speaking to a man after a baby died in an Otara house this morning.
Election 2020: South Auckland crowds mob Jacinda Ardern
Ardern visited South Auckland and was unsurprisingly mobbed by fans.
Jacinda Ardern speaks to media after announcing $60m broadband promise
The Labour leader has visited markets in Māngere and Otara.
What we know about NZ's current Covid-19 cases
Here's what is known about the community cases.
TV but no online learning for 70,000 students
About 70,000 students still don't have computers for online learning.
Nightmare tenants left 'urine saturated' carpet
Soaked carpet so badly damaged it needed replacing.
Tornado baby: Ōtara mum feared for her life during 'crazy' ordeal
'Our ambulance literally lifted and slammed back down.'
Tornado baby: Happy outcome after ambulance struck by flying shed
Giving birth ain't easy - especially when a tornado sends a flying shed at your ambulance.
'I told you not to come around here' - Best friend sentenced for shooting Killer Beez boss
Mystery still surrounds why gang member gunned down Josh Masters in broad daylight.
Spilt milk: Arrest after stolen milk truck pursuit
Early morning pursuit ended after truck tyres were spiked by police causing it to crash.
How thieves helped themselves to nearly 100 rental cars in days-long heist
Top cop: Large number arrested and more likely.
Calls to 'lock in' Auckland's 'pandemic surge' in cycling, walking during lockdown
Experts say it will also help the city reach its goal of halving carbon emissions by 2030.
Jucy car heist: Arrests continue to soar as 78 vehicles recovered
Police are currently reviewing CCTV footage as part of their ongoing enquiries.
Car crash traps South Auckland driver under power pole
Fire teams were called to free driver who hit pole and knocked out power to local area.
Jucy heist: Arrests climb to 22; 73 of the stolen 112 vehicles recovered
As of this morning police had recovered 73 of the vehicles that were missing.
Jucy heist: Stolen cars valued at up to $3m-plus; some arrested have gang links
Police are 'determined' to recover the outstanding vehicles.
'Once were brothers': The rise and fall of Josh Masters and the Killer Beez
Killer Beez leader Josh Masters and his alleged shooter were once close friends.
Third South Auckland coronavirus testing site opens
It will address the immediate need identified in the community, a healthcare CEO says.