Auckland Region
Consultation on future of mental health facility extended
Health NZ did not say when a final decision would be made. Audio
$9 million co-housing development in works for Auckland suburb
A co-housing development group has shelled out $9 million for two neighubouring sections in Auckland's Grey Lynn, where the plan is to build thirty or more homes with shared facilities, including a… Audio
Man charged after two women and their dogs hit
The man is set to appear in North Shore District Court on 12 July.
Health Minister announces details of fixes for Auckland hospital
The hospital's water system has failed twice recently, the Health Minister said earlier this year.
'Extreme danger': Man who drove wrong way on motorway three times appeals convictions
Karanga's afternoon of mayhem occurred in October 2017 but he was back before the courts last week, after a series of events that have kept him in prison for most of the time since then.
Man falls three storeys from Auckland CBD car park, survives
A witness told RNZ he can still hear the sound of the man hitting the pavement.
Ōtara youth challenged to design new town centre playground
Auckland Council removed the playground and seating area in January in a bid to deter antisocial behaviour and public drinking outside the Ōtara TAB.
Tāmaki Makaurau to celebrate te ao Māori with kapa haka showcase
Haka fans will come together this weekend to celebrate te ao Māori through haka, waiata and whanaungatanga at Tāmaki Hakangāhau. Video
Sky City sues Fletchers for losses over building delay
Casino operator Sky City Entertainment is suing Fletcher Building for losses incurred because of delays in completing the nearby International Convention Centre in Auckland. Audio
SkyCity sues Fletcher over delays in completing Auckland's convention centre
SkyCity is suing Fletcher Building for losses incurred because of delays in completing the International Convention Centre in Auckland.
Dogs attacks could lead to lack of guide dogs in South Auckland
Sight-impaired people living in the Southern Auckland could miss out on a guide dog after a savage attack on a handler and his guide dog.
Council issuing free de-sexing vouchers to combat roaming dog crisis
Between January and 22 May 2025, Auckland Council said it received 6197 reports of roaming dogs and impounded 2460. Audio
Woman shocked by 'menopause consultation' fee
Carla says she feels denied the medical care she needed after being told she would have to pay $300 for three appointments to discuss HRT. Audio
Woman attacked by dog at Auckland Botanic Gardens
The victim's daughter claims the dog's owners didn't stay with her mum as she bled out on the concrete path.
'I started running': Gas smell, explosion before body found by burnt out car
A witness at Muriwai says there was an overpowering smell of fuel in the area moments before a blast.
Inquest into the death of LynnMall knife attacker to begin
An inquest into the death of the man shot dead by police after stabbing shoppers at an Auckland supermarket in 2021 is to begin.
Backyard battles take fighting off street, participant says
A participant in a controversial streetfighting competition insists the events provide a "fair playing field".
Passenger thrown from car in fatal Auckland motorway crash
A man was killed and another thrown from a car after it flipped onto its roof in a late-night crash on Auckland's SH16 leaving four others injured.
Man charged after alleged indecent exposure in West Auckland
Police ask anyone with information that may assist the investigation to get in touch.
'What a load of crap': Chris Bishop seen 'ranting' during Stan Walker performance
Renowned musician Don McGlashan confronted the Cabinet minister over his comments at the event on Thursday night.
