Auckland
Auckland region in for an eventful summer
The Auckland Council has a huge line up of entertainment for the region this summer. After a rough few years with Covid and wet weather, things are looking better, with events planned at beaches… Audio
'Auckland is awesome': Local shares interesting experiences around city
A proud Aucklander who was sick of hearing people complain about the lack of things to do in the city has put his ideas into a passion project.
Auckland is Awesome newsletter highlights awesome Auckland
A proud Aucklander who was sick of hearing people complain about the lack of things to do in the City has put his ideas where his mouth is. Kiran Patel has been publishing the weekly e-Newsletter… Audio
'Significant affordability issues': Red light for Labour's plan for second harbour crossing
The previous government's plan for a second harbour crossing in Auckland does not have the support of the transport agencies tasked with taking on the project.
Auckland flood recovery enters next phase as holiday season looms
Tough decisions are looming for Auckland's flood recovery as affected residents head into the holiday season. It's been around 10 months since the Auckland anniversary weekend floods, and Cyclone… Audio
Police warn commuters to expect delays due to protests
Police are warning commuters in Auckland and Wellington to expect significant delays Tuesday morning because of the National Māori Action Day protests.
In what the party is describing as a "first hit… Audio
Auckland mayor proposes more asset sales to cover costs
Auckland's mayor is proposing to sell council assets to fund the rising costs of running the city, and put the brakes on rates rises. Wayne Brown wants the money to go into a $3-4 billion fund that… Audio
David Bowie: Serious Moonlight over Western Springs
David Bowie's Serious Moonlight concert at Western Springs, took place almost 40 years ago - and still stands as one of the country's largest music events, with a crowd of well over 80,000. Otago… Video, Audio
'Good to have a family business' says master cutler of Svord
Bryan Baker has been making knives for over 40 years in Waiuku - and now the legacy keeps growing as the next generation comes through. Audio
Business owner arrested for alleged exploitation of three migrant workers
The 53-year-old owner was taken into custody on Friday, after a four-month long investigation by Police and Immigration New Zealand.
The Panel with James Elliot and Georgie Stylianou (Part 1)
Today on The Panel Wallace and panelists James Elliot and Georgie Stylianou debate the seemingly endless coalition talks, Auckland's congestion problem, and whether they're likely to hug, kiss or fist… Audio
Auckland museum display has no mention of 2019 Whakaari disaster
The out-of-date volcano exhibit tells visitors that it is still possible to visit Whakaari / White Island by helicopter.
Most central Tāmaki Makaurau beaches safe for swimming
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei says the mauri of the Waitematā has recovered sufficiently from wastewater overflows after a sinkhole appeared in September.
Auckland's mayor wants congestion charge for peak travel times
If you're sitting in on the motorway in traffic right now, Auckland's mayor wants you to pay for it. Wayne Brown is lobbying for a congestion charge to be put on motorways around the city for peak… Audio
Crackdown on Auckland hospitality and retail sectors for exploiting migrant workers
The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment inspected more than 80 businesses last week after complaints.
Police looking for sledgehammer-wielding thief
The incident occurred in board daylight in the West Auckland suburb of New Lynn on Sunday.
Dirty donations: Charity receives stained and torn clothes
South Auckland charity The Aunties say to ask yourself - 'would I give this to my best friend?' - before donating.
A behind-the-scenes look at New Zealand’s largest Diwali festival
The BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival is New Zealand's premier Indian cultural festival, but how is this extravagant two-day event organised?
Fights and threatening behaviour intimidate fearful Central Auckland businesses
Ongoing anti-social behaviour in central Auckland is prompting safety concerns among business owners and tourism operators, as more people flock into Downtown for summer. Co-owner of Vivace Restaurant… Audio
Ellerslie homicide: Injuries 'violent, and consistent with foul play'
An elderly man who died in Ellerslie sustained injuries "violent and consistent with foul play", police say.