Alan Gundry says he was just protecting his family and never wanted his mate Gene Atkins to die.

A jury has found Alan Gundry not guilty of murder or manslaughter in the shooting of friend Gene Atkins during an Orewa dinner party that went badly wrong.

Graham Robinson was flung over his handlebars seven days ago, when a driver in a white ute swerved into him and didn't stop.

Labour calls Rodney Hide's fee for a breakfast speech "utterly unacceptable", saying the public should have access to ministers without having to pay.

Police need more help to find the driver who hit and fatally injured cyclist Graham Robinson near Helensville.

An Auckland doctor's frantic efforts to save a cyclist friend proved in vain when he died from massive head injuries, more than a day after a hit-and-run.

A man fatally shot a friend who had had become violent towards his partner after a drinking session, a court has heard.

A four-day walk along Auckland's west coast has been named in honour of Sir Edmund Hillary.

Parliament passes legislation setting up Auckland's new "Super City" council by a vote of 64 to 58.

Ngati Whatua says there is enough support for Maori Super City seats within the National Party to warrant a conscience vote.

The Government has bowed to local pressure and decided not to change the Rodney District boundary.

Millie Elder was with Connor Morris when police stopped Morris and allegedly found methamphetamine and a glass pipe.