Auckland Region
Shadows cast on one of Auckland's biggest developments
The Sunfield community, given the go-ahead under fast-track rules, is raising the ire of local politicians. Audio
Four teens charged after burglary and high-speed chase
Two of the accused needed hospital treatment following the incident, police say.
Person critically injured after scooter, vehicle collide
Cordons are in place at two intersections in central Auckland this morning.
Oranga Tamariki workers on trial accused of bashing two teens
The staff are accused of assaulting the boys after the teens had barricaded themselves in a room for more than an hour.
'Full speed, boom': Home invasion leads to police chase across Auckland
Offenders armed with a machete left a property in Howick, with the chase ending in the city centre.
Threatened bird species found breeding in Auckland ranges
The discovery of a breeding pair of NZ falcon raising two fledglings is a significant finding, say experts.
What one changing suburb tells us about Auckland
An Asian supermarket is replacing a Woolworths store in Blockhouse Bay, but the shifting demographics of the neighbourhood have been visible for some time.
Councillor hits out at irresponsible dog owners
An Auckland councillor is calling on dog owners to be more responsible, as the region marks the first-year anniversary of its newest animal shelter.
Parents left stranded by closure of respite care house
Melanna House has provided parents respite since the early 1990s, but that ended in September. Audio
Pasifika Festival expected to draw thousands
Since launching in 1993, Pasifika Festival has grown into a major cultural event, drawing large crowds each year.
Sailing programme teaching traditional Pacific navigation skills
Pacific and Māori learners are reconnecting with ocean voyaging knowledge while building confidence on the water in Auckland, the programme founder says.
Person dies after being hit by truck in Mauku, near Pukekohe
He died at the scene, police say.
Indian Consulate backed visas for performers who overstayed
A letter obtained by RNZ shows the Indian Consulate supported visa applications for a "cultural delegation" that attended a Holi event in Auckland.
Man arrested after woman found severely injured in Auckland's Cornwallis
The man was facing charges of abducting for sex, along with impeding breathing and injuring with intent.
'This isn't a drill': Fire at University of Auckland's Law School
Around 12 to 15 crew responded to the fire on Short Street.
These are Auckland's most congested roads
Rush hour traffic is a familiar sight to most in the city, but some routes are more snarled than others.
Moana on the Blues: 'They don't want us here'
Coach Tana Umaga lashed out at their crosstown rivals ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific derby clash.
Death on Auckland road not suspicious
The person died after a suspected medical event, police say.
Four accused in Gulf Harbour body in bag case want charges dismissed
The body of 70-year-old Shulai Wang was discovered by a fisherman, wrapped in black plastic bags, in March 2024.
Luxon's targets adrift: ED times deteriorate, Jobseeker numbers climb
Law and order targets are being met, but wait times in emergency departments are getting further from the mark.
