Auckland Region
Travel firm to pay $140k for wage cuts during pandemic
The firm failed to get an employee's written permission before cutting his wages and bonuses.
A-League recap: Auckland FC v Western United
Auckland FC have kept their lead at the top of the men's A-League ladder with a 2-nil win over Western United in Melbourne.
Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs beat the Blues
In a physical, low scoring game, Damian McKenzie was the difference for the visitors
Bikes and tourists an accident waiting to happen - Waiheke cycle group
A cycling advocate on Waiheke island says that without cycle lanes, the area's narrow roads, tourists, bikes, pedestrians, wine and speed, are "an accident waiting to happen".
Destiny Church's actions 'totally unacceptable,' Auckland mayor says after library protest
Around 30 adults and young children had to be barricaded into a room in a library in West Auckland this afternoon, when a group linked to Destiny Church tried to drown out a Pride Festival Event.
A celebration of gay anthems with pop star Jason Parker
Parker joined Charlotte Ryan to share some of his favourite gay anthems, ahead of his show Little Gay In, at the Auckland Pride Festival. Video, Audio
Well-known musician found guilty on two domestic violence charges
Judge Simon Lance summed up the case at Auckland District Court on Friday morning.
In photos: Auckland’s dazzling Lantern Festival
Thousands descended on Manukau Sports Bowl on Thursday to enjoy a smorgasbord of cultural festivities and Asian cuisine.
Dad in shock after daughter had to run from naked man
The father, who wished to remain anonymous for his family's privacy, said his 14-year-old daughter saw the perpetrator doing a lewd act on himself.
Axe-throwing set to sharpen up Valentine's Day
From couples' axe-throwing to an R-rated zoo exhibition, Aucklanders are finding romance in some strange places this Valentine's Day. Audio
Starting the day with a splash for 29 years
Sue Pilkington has been coaching for nearly 30 years, and despite the early hour, is full of beans. Audio
Slashed staffing hours trigger protest at Auckland aged care home
Aged care staff have picketed over plans to reduce the number of nurses and caregivers rostered on shifts.
Release of university managers' salaries has staff 'looking sideways'
Previously secret salary information for the university's most senior managers has surprised and angered some staff.
New charges for former funeral undertaker accused of interfering with human remains
Police have not ruled out the possibility of further arrests at this stage, a spokesperson says.
Investigation begins after man performs indecent act directed at student
The man performed the act in his van as the student was walking home from school.
South Auckland alleyway upgrade brings relief to residents
For many years people had been scared to use the alleyway, but it has since been upgraded with lights, a new fence and local artwork.
‘Friendly’ snakes to steal spotlight at Auckland Lantern Festival
More than 185,000 visitors are expected to attend the dazzling four-day event at Manukau Sports Bowl from 13-16 February.
Musician accused of domestic violence claims ex-partner had BPD
During cross-examination, the defendant said he'd suffered abuse as a result of the alleged victim's borderline personality disorder
'Disgusting' that drivers who hit man on motorway didn't stop - witness
A witness who called the police after a man was hit by multiple vehicles on an Auckland motorway last week says the fact no one stopped is disgusting.