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Nothing amiss in woman's death - police
Police say there does not appear to be any foul play involved in a death of a woman in west Auckland earlier today.
DOC investigates reports of fishing in marine reserve
Department of Conservation (DOC) officials have seized two nets and about 80 fish following reports of commercial fishing in a marine reserve in Auckland.
Constable shocked at conduct of senior accused of assault
Constable wondered whether alleged assault was just 'the way things are done in west Auckland'.
Woman comes upon scene of partner's fatal crash
A woman who happened across a fatal road accident in west Auckland yesterday discovered the dead man was her partner.
Sergeant throttled prisoner - constable
A young constable has described seeing her sergeant throttle a prisoner half a metre from her face.
Five of the best: Urban nature escapes
For a breather from the city, explore the pockets of bush and wetland nestled in suburbia.
Constable describes how he saw senior knee prisoner
A constable has described how he saw his senior officer knee a handcuffed prisoner, who later had to have his left testicle surgically removed.
<i>The Falls</i>, Henderson
We came here because a friend lives nearby and recommended this cafe, housed in a beautifully restored hotel that was built in 1854.
Constable gives evidence against senior in trial
A police constable has started giving evidence against his former senior officer who is on trial for allegedly assaulting five prisoners.
Alive on the ocean wave
Susan Edmunds takes to the water with a surf school - and manages to do without Piha Rescue.
Woman praised for waking neighbours in fire
Firefighters are praising a west Auckland woman who rushed into her neighbour's burning house and woke the sleeping occupants.
Five of the best: Auckland Council parks for horse riding
Our four-legged beasts can now share the love in Auckland parks.
Waitakeres: Walk out west
Ancient forests and waterfalls are all part of a short trek through the Waitakeres, writes Danielle Wright.
Christchurch earthquake: The search for life in The Void
Specialised search teams tunnel through the darkness to find survivors of the quake.
<i>The Refreshment Room</i>, Titirangi
Gorgeous views and simply delicious Italian fare are getting tongues wagging in the Waitakeres.
Ex-Labour MP Carter gives vote to Greens
Te Atatu MP Chris Carter has struck a deal with the Greens that will see them cast his proxy vote when he is not at Parliament.
Swinging into action on Auckland's fairways
For a day of fresh air and fun, golf can't be beat. Graham Hepburn visits Auckland's courses.