Threat to police helicopter: Suspect speaking to police
A man pointed a firearm at the Eagle helicopter in Taupaki.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromWest Auckland
'Great community': Oratia shop owner says thanks after fire
"I already knew we lived in a great community but I've never been prouder." - Ivan Nola
Whatipu Beach tragedy: Land searches called off
The land search for a teen missing off Whatipu Beach since Saturday will be called off
'Come back Leka': Family's vigil for teen swept away
Three days on Leka Pasiaka's family remain at the Auckland beach he disappeared from.
Auckland a city of dreams - if we dare
This summer we look back at the big stories of last year. This is from November.
Search continues for teen at Whatipu Beach
The search for a missing 16-year-old swimmer at Whatipu Beach is continuing today.
Barney Irvine: Lower city speed limits need public on board
COMMENT: Lower speed limits should not be too low for public acceptance.
Sir Tim Shadbolt 'exhilarated and thrilled' by knighthood
"It certainly shows times are a-changing," Sir Tim Shadbolt says of his knighthood.
Auckland firefighters respond to pet rescues
Firefighters were called to two animal rescue incidents in Auckland tonight.
Swept out to sea: Teen still missing as search halted
Emergency services frantically search for missing swimmer.
50,000 chickens dead in West Auckland poultry farm blaze
SAFE calls for an urgent review of farmed animal housing.
Walking track reopening after Kauri dieback scare
Upgrades to protect kauri on the Kitekite track are complete and the track will reopen.
Fire at Glen Eden fruit store 'well involved'
Fire and Emergency has increased its response effort to deal with the blaze.
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.
Schoolmates mourn teen's death in horror crash
The 15-year-old was a pupil at Green Bay High School, Auckland.
No parole for West Auckland pastor who sexually abused girls
No parole for Akl pastor jailed for sexually abusing a young girl as her mother was dying.
AI computer to deliver real time GDP data
Massey University has today launched a world leading real time GDP tracker
Daring tale: Shipwreck uncovered on west coast beach after 153 years
Restoration of 1865 shipwreck the Daring expected to cost more than $1 million.
What's in a name: The method behind police operation monikers
How do police name their investigations? The methods behind the monikers revealed.
New case of meningococcal disease reported at West Auckland school
The school principal confirmed the case, saying the child is currently in hospital.
Grace Millane murder: Breakthrough in police case
Shovel was located and seized in the central West Auckland area.
Watch: Cops caught on camera playing table tennis during raid
Detectives caught on camera interrupting search to face scrutiny for behaviour.
'It's dreadful': Real estate agent's unique approach
'First-home buyers bring your parents and a bio-hazard suit,' says property listing.
Former race relations commissioner Hiwi Tauroa passes away aged 91
Hiwi Tauroa leaves his wife, 6 children, 16 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Grace: Police issue warning over accused killer
The man accused of the British backpacker's murder was labelled a "scumbag".
Grace Millane killing: Police still have 'hell of a lot' of work to do
Making an arrest in a murder case only 'half the challenge', say crime experts.
Grace Millane murder: Accused appears in court
The man accused of murdering Grace Millane has appeared in court in Auckland.
Fellow backpacker tells of Grace Millane's Sth Island plans
One of the last people to see Grace alive has spoken to the Herald exclusively.
Lesley Elliott: Grace Millane's killing brings back the horrific memories
Lesley Elliott knows the heartache the family of Grace Millane must be experiencing.
Judge tells Grace Millane's family 'your grief must be desperate'
New details about the man accused of murdering Grace Millane can now be revealed.
Grace Millane a 'beautiful person inside and out'
"Please don't take my sunshine away," her brother posted to social media.
'Unbearable' end to search for Grace: Focus shifts to red car
A red Toyota Corolla hatchback is now the focus of the Grace Millane murder inquiry.
Grace Millane: Police at crime scene in Waitakere Ranges
Police searching the Waitakere Ranges for murdered tourist Grace Millane's body.
Man who supplied deadly synthetic drugs sentenced to home detention
A man who supplied his sister and cousin synthetic drugs before they died is sentenced