Locals told to lay their own traps in rat-infested village centre
The council says it has limited powers to control the infestation of cat-sized rodents.
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Brazen cat-sized rats out and about in Titirangi
Rats as long as 30cm have been seen scurrying around the village.
Titirangi kauri Awhiawhi back on the chopping block
Supporters are calling for Auckland Council to "step up" and save the ancient tree.
Stranger danger: Police investigate approaches to school children
Two students were approached by strangers while walking home from school in Auckland.
Two-car crash in Titirangi, West Auckland
Police were called at 7.10am to a collision on Titirangi Rd and Godley Rd.
Watch: Dramatic life-saving rescue of Auckland kayaker
Video footage from police helicopter shows the man lying motionless in the water.
'Tell my wife I love her': Stranded kayaker rescued from water
The man was located motionless in the water by Eagle helicopter crew on Tuesday.
Rescuers scramble to pick up motionless kayaker from Manukau Harbour
The man was suffering from hypothermia after being found motionless in the water.
Man in serious condition after kayak flips
Kayaker retrieved from the water near Titirangi at about 1pm today.
Kauri given temporary protection, group pleads for permanency
Save Our Kauri Trust want Auckland Council to reinstate protections for the ancient kauri.
Goff says council can't save 400-year-old Titirangi kauri
Those fighting to save the ancient tree say the council can step in to protect it.
Meet the backbencher: Deborah Russell
Meet one of Labour's rising stars, New Lynn MP Deborah Russell.
Auckland's cleanest beaches to soak up the sun - without risking a tummy bug
Popular beaches with good water quality include Piha, Cheltenham, Omaha and Onetangi.
Commissioner steps in at Henderson Valley School
Board asked to be dissolved because of a "breakdown in relationships between trustees".
When happy and peace make 'happeace'
Developer blends blissed-out words to propose name for "Happeace" lane in Titirangi.
SPCA investigating suspected poisoning of Titirangi chickens
It's unclear what poison may have been used - some Titirangi locals allege it was 1080
'Traumatising to watch': Famed Titirangi chickens 'poisoned'
"It was like they were really drunk... they could barely walk or stand" - Witness
Beanie-making social enterprise takes off
About 150 people are queuing to join a "sell one, give one" beanie-knitting enterprise.
Fire crews bring New Lynn house fire under control
Fire crews are at a house blaze in New Lynn, West Auckland, this afternoon.
Kiwi burger chain names bunless burger after loyal customer
Simon Holbrook eats just patties and cheese - and says he has lost 17kg in 10 months.
Fuel frenzy: Supermarkets offer the chance to save on petrol ahead of tax
Motorists in Auckland are rushing to fill up ahead of the fuel tax starting tomorrow.
Mum slams drivers after breaking her neck when knocked off her bike
"Overnight I've morphed into an old person with dementia. That's how it feels."
Age no barrier for 91-year-old Tiritiri Matangi volunteer
Meet the 91-year-old who remains an active volunteer on Tiritiri Matangi after 25 years.
Auckland couple without power for 13 days - and counting
The Titirangi couple have been told it will be fixed ... by tomorrow night.
New Lynn crash: Motorcyclist in serious condition
Motorcyclist is in a serious condition after a crash with a car in New Lynn, Auckland.
The slum killings: Westmere mum who murdered her kids
Mother sent to psychiatric hospital after guilty verdict in historic murder case.
Charmed to death: Bride's chilling killing
Auckland woman paid terrible price for believing conman's story.
Still no hot water for 400 Auckland homes
It's been about five days since the storm, and 400 Auckland homes still have no hot water.
Surgery a perfect gift for TV newsreader: 'They're going to stop my heart'
Broadcaster Eric Young suffered a bad dizzy spell - his heart valve was failing.
Top architect set fire to wife's clothes - and wedding dress
Man now appealing arson conviction - saying it will restrict his career.
Fed-up local erects sign: 'Slum lord clean up this house'
An unhappy neighbour described the house using one word: squalor,
Man missing since yesterday afternoon found safe
Allan Freeman, 81, went for a walk in the Titirangi area about 4.30pm yesterday.
Slip comes down blocking Auckland traffic
Hours of heavy rain has taken its toll as a slip comes down across a West Auckland road.