Machete murder: Life term for killing bell-ringer over 'affair'
The victim begged for mercy in Samoan as the machete "rained blows down" on him.
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Mean streets: Region rocked by spate of gun crime
South Auckland has been rocked by a spate of shootings this year, with two people killed.
'Gangsters beat him senseless': Attack outside Auckland bar
The assault occurred on Bairds Rd, near Paradise Bar & Pokies.
Would you live here? Garage renos aimed at vulnerable tenants
Garage conversions add value to a house sale, but have been described as "exploitation".
Fatal Ōtara shooting: Murder accused named
A 23-year-old man was shot dead outside his home in South Auckland last month.
Three Auckland students 'violently and randomly' attacked
Principal Davida Suasua has alerted parents after 'random' attack by a group of six men.
Gang wars: Shootings 'the worst in 60 years'
Six firearms-related incidents since February leave residents living in fear.
'A drive-by shooting': Man shot dead as he walked away from confrontation
The man fatally shot Friday afternoon was turning away from a confrontation.
Witnesses describe dramatic aftermath of shooting
A police officer was seen trying to save the life of a man who had been shot.
One person has died following a shooting in Otara, South Auckland
Emergency services were called to the incident on Piako St shortly after 2.50pm.
Forced NCEA externals 'a giant step back'
Liberal schools see NCEA change as "step backwards", but Auckland Grammar is happy.
Gang shooting throwback to bad old days for suburb trying to make good
Meeting planned to calm tensions in Ōtara after gang shooting.
Suspected affair led to machete murder of church bell-ringer
The killer murdered the church bell-ringer after discovering texts sent to his wife.
Child critical after being hit by vehicle in Otara
The Serious Crash Unit will examine the scene.
Hundreds perform haka tribute in Otara for terror attack victims
A mass haka was held in Otara tonight to pay respects to those who died in Christchurch.
Fruit fly zone expanded after Northcote discovery
The discovery of two further male fruit flies brings the total to six.
Heartbreaking farewell for Blues prop
The partner of Mike Tamoaieta says she'll "forever be proud" of him.
Armed police respond to reports of gunfire in Otara
Police are responding to an incident in Otara, South Auckland tonight.
10 tonnes of fruit destroyed in fruit fly response
Despite new findings of fruit flies this week, a breeding population has not set in.
Third Queensland fruit fly trapped in North Shore
Searching for larvae ramps up after third Queensland fruit fly caught on the North Shore.
Commercial rēwena bread coming to Kirikiriroa
Rēwena set to become the trendy new loaf for TOFS. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Disturbing footage: No illegal drugs used, say police
Police say no criminal offending took place.
Not guilty plea for Ōtara murder accused
A man's body was found outside a South Auckland church earlier this year.
Niko Brown, 5, ready to start school thanks to sponsor
Solo dad Daniel Brown is thankful his sons will be ready when school starts next month.
No uniform, stationery, bag or even shoes: kids too poor for school
Poverty means 200 Kiwi kids desperately need help to start school with the right gear.
Man trapped in machinery now in stable condition
Male patient in mid-40s taken to Middlemore Hospital in a critical condition.
Man charged with murder after body found outside Ōtara church
A man has been charged with murder after a man was killed in Ōtara.
Body find triggers homicide inquiry in Ōtara
There is a strong police presence outside a property on Ōtara Rd.
Veteran youth worker back to the streets
Veteran Otara youth worker Sully Paea back on the streets to help at-risk kids.
Police warning as they release image of man wanted over Otara shooting
Corey Jermaine Anderson, 23, is wanted in relation to a shooting in South Auckland.
Police locate purple Audi linked to Otara shooting
Thanks to members of the public the purple Audi that police appealed for was found.
Otara shooting: Purple Audi linked to hunt for gunman
Police are appealing for sightings of a car believed involved in a shooting in Otara.
Teens in hospital after chemical huffing explosion
A male is in a critical condition and a female is in a serious condition.
12 Days of Christmas: Taking lessons out of the classroom
OKE Charity builds food gardens for schools in South Auckland.