A man who has denied shooting a police officer today admitted in the High Court at Auckland he lied in an interview to protect the gunman.

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Witnesses who gave evidence against a man accused of shooting a police officer lied to cover up for what really happened, the High Court in Auckland was told today.

A man denied that he shot a police officer, but refused to name the gunman for fear of his own safety, the High Court has been told.

Art with a conscience is Tiffany Singh's passion. We find out what else the artist is into.

Catherine Smith looks at the best free and family shows on offer during the two major arts festivals showcasing Auckland City this month.

An 18-year-old has surrendered to police after a hit and run left another teenager critically hurt late last night.

Designed for its stunning estuary setting, this high-spec home has space for all.

For a day of fresh air and fun, golf can't be beat. Graham Hepburn visits Auckland's courses.

This weekend the enemy is our friend.

A police constable shot four times while investigating a suspected car break-in in south Auckland in December 2009 says he has no doubt about the identity of the gunman.

Busy radio traffic on a police network which stopped an officer calling for help for his badly wounded colleague was "the worst case scenario", says the police union.

London-based New Zealander Karen Cole is giving merino wool a designer edge and succeeding.

Exercise, fresh air and new perspectives await those who venture on to Auckland's off-road cycleways, writes Kirsten Warner.

Police have extended their manhunt for homicide suspect Patrick Young outside of Auckland and say he has connections all over the North Island.

Council wants to keep sex workers out of sight during this year's Rugby World Cup.

Size definitely doesn't matter when it comes to radio-controlled yachts.

Victory for C&R man in Botany byelection would create vacancy in city's Howick ward.

Devonport wharf is a popular spot for land-based fishermen.If you can't get out on the harbour on a boat, try these land-based fishing spots. James Russell reports.

A frenzied attack on a couple that left a man brain-dead may have been the result of a family feud over the sale of an Auckland property.

Prostitutes could be banned from street trading in Auckland and beyond after a Super City council vote.