Auckland Region
Auckland housing affordability boosted by Unitary Plan - research
The 2016 plan allowed for intensification, which is helping keep housing and rental costs lower than they would otherwise be, an economist says.
Measles found among young children in Waikato
Health officials are urging families to get vaccinated against the highly infectious disease, as two new cases emerge in Waikato.
Rainbow flag assault claims "mischief-making" - Destiny Church
Auckland police are investigating claims a man was assaulted outside the Destiny Church in Wiri.
200 cars in illegal street race, three arrested
Hundreds of illegal street racers caused mayhem across Auckland overnight, driving dangerously and fleeing from police.
Traffic worsens in Auckland's Westgate near shopping centre
Holiday traffic and road works are causing congestion in west Auckland, with several bus routes affected, Auckland Transport says.
Several arrested after brawl breaks out near Auckland harbour
A report of drinks being thrown off a balcony escalated into a large brawl, with multiple injuries.
National stadium getting closer to becoming reality as assessor views options
The future of where a national stadium might be built in Auckland should become clearer at the end of April. Video
$1.50 for a coffee? The viral street ‘cafe’ run by a homeless man
Jon Low, known better by his customers and fans as Patchy, wants to build his coffee concept into "an empire to compete with Starbucks".
Body removed after violent attack at Auckland sushi shop
A body has been removed from a sushi shop on Auckland's North Shore after a violent attack on Thursday night.
Listeria fears prompt recall of Matakana salmon products
Two salmon products are being recalled over fears they could be contaminated with listeria bacteria, which can be especially dangerous to vulnerable groups and during pregnancy.
Security company worker pilfers $466k in years-long swindle
Randwick Park resident Kahu Junior Stephens, 47, appeared for sentencing in Auckland District Court this week after almost a year of delays.
‘Massive lack of funding’: Auckland Council stuck on how to keep buses running
Auckland Council is "disappointed" with the short timeframe for responding to government's draft transport policy statement.
Port of Auckland workers protest mayor's long-term lease proposal
Workers gathered on the streets outside Auckland Town Hall to oppose the ports being leased out by the council.
Property at centre of North Shore walkway stoush now up for sale
A long-running dispute has come to a head after a request for council funding was rebuffed.
'We are treating this as a hate crime' - Police on rainbow crossing damage in Auckland
Officers have also raided a property linked to the owners of a vehicle seen at the scene at the time the crossing was painted over.
'Muppetry' - Rainbow crossing painted over on K Road
Watch: Aucklanders says defacing the rainbow is "incredibly cowardly" and "petty". Audio
TVNZ staff rally against proposed cuts: 'Implications are very concerning'
Sunday, Fair Go, Midday and Tonight are facing cuts along with up to 68 jobs, TVNZ announced earlier this month.
Rally under way over TVNZ's job cut plans
E tū union is holding the rally for journalists and supporters, who have been asked to wear the colour orange.
Easter weather: Chilly Good Friday on the cards
The cold snap has brought the first snow of the year to Otago's Cardrona ski field. Audio
Auckland's Wynyard crossing bridge closure causing strife for businesses
The bridge is stuck in the up position, after closing to the public in January due to several faults and it's unclear when it will reopen.