Auckland Region
Amazon and the case of the missing NZ data centres
Additional details of Amazon's announcement are casting doubt on claims of a boost to jobs and GDP.
'A heavy load to carry': On patrol with animal control
Auckland's Animal Management staff are busier than ever, impounding more than 10,000 dogs over the past year.
Local body member apologises for making gun gesture to Justice Minister
It happened during a fiery community meeting discussing a new high density building proposal.
'This win will resonate with generations' - Pākiri locals celebrate an end to sand mining
An end to offshore sand mining at Pākiri has been greeted with "disbelief, contentedness, appreciation and pride".
Council calls for government to step in over illegal boarding houses
A report has found many are housing vulnerable populations, such as those referred by Work and Income or the Department of Corrections.
Maori community win after years-long battle over sand mining
In Aotearoa, a small Maori community is celebrating a huge win against 80 years of sand mining on their coastline. Audio
Community Patrols New Zealand opens base in central Auckland
The base on High Street promises to be a safety hub for those in the city needing assistance, and home base for patrollers moving about the area.
Mayoral campaign billboards start to appear
The race for Auckland's mayoralty has stepped up a notch with campaign billboards of the main candidates appearing across the city this week.
Iconic record shop moves online after 90 years
"Marbeck has been an Auckland icon, and it's another one we're losing. Audio
Trucks collide in Auckland's Dairy Flat, one critically injured
Emergency services are still at the scene of the crash on Kahikatea Flat Rd.
Thousands of dogs put down amidst struggle with roaming dogs
Auckland Council data shows 6079 dogs were euthanised in the year to July.
Public urged to come forward on historical abuse at Auckland schools
Police have charged a man in relation to abuse at West Auckland schools in the 80s and 90s.
'Deserve more than crumbs': Councillors on Auckland Fix and Finish Fund
Auckland Council's Governing Body has approved $20m to part-fund local board projects, but none will be completed in full.
'Felt our plight': Oyster farmers hope Jones will save industry
For years, contamination from sewage overflows has cut production. Audio
Suspected serial spitter arrested, charged with assault
An Auckland man has been charged after allegedly spitting at multiple people in the past few months.
'Fingers crossed I make it': Passengers still waiting for flights after wind delays
Fliers took to social media to report hours of delays in disembarking and getting baggage at Auckland Airport.
'If it's just shifting around police, it's not helping': Labour on new police team
The presence of a new police beat team is needed in Henderson to help bring crime down rates in the area, says a local councillor. Audio
Tree falls on house, trampoline on a roof as strong winds rip through Auckland, Northland
Fire and Emergency responded to 110 weather-related incidents in three hours on Sunday night.
Person critically injured in two-car crash outside Auckland supermarket
A second person has serious injuries, while a third is in a moderate condition.
Tenant earns $18,229 from unlawful Airbnb
When a neighbour's curious phone call prompted a West Auckland landlord to investigate, she discovered her rental property was listed on Airbnb.
