Auckland Region
Future of disability rehabilitation provider uncertain
An embattled trust is promising to keep helping people who are disabled even as it moves to sell off its specialist rehabilitation centre in Auckland.
Report highlights stress issues within Auckland Council's ranks
A new report shows Auckland Council staff have been struggling with the pressures of the post-lockdown work environment, with concerns about their stress levels and wellbeing.
Hundreds gather for America's Cup World Series regatta opening
After a long and at times uncertain lead up, the America's Cup World Series regatta starts this week with four teams competing for their chance to race for sailing's most coveted trophy. Video
Auckland MP says community upset by medical clinic cuts
An Auckland MP is calling for funding to be reinstated for a urgent care clinic that is cutting its overnight service.
East Care Accident and Medical in Botany began offering an overnight service 24… Audio
Why an urgent care clinic is stopping an overnight service
A lack of funding, high demand and staff burnout are part of why East Care in Auckland is stopping its overnight service.
Central Auckland residents' reaction to gun violence
Despite another incident at a bar involving a gun - the third within a month - a residents' group say people are not dissuaded about going out in the CBD.
Car dealer fined $67k for breaching consumer rights
The used car dealer had been selling low-priced used vehicles on an 'as-is-where-as' basis with no warranty, and failing to provide required information.
Ihumātao occupiers hopeful of resolution soon
RNZ understands an agreement has been reached in a first step towards resolution of the long-running land dispute at Ihumātao in south Auckland.
The agreement is thought to be being discussed by… Audio
Ihumātao agreement imminent
Cabinet is now meeting for the last time this year and RNZ understands a deal over Ihumātao will be discussed.
The Government has signalled it wanted progress on the long-running land dispute by… Audio
Prisoner with newborn son: 'I want to cherish every moment I have with him'
Inmates at the country's toughest jail were treated to some Christmas cheer this weekend.
Road fatalities in Auckland, North Canterbury
One person has died after a crash in Auckland this morning.
Alcohol action group lays complaint over licensing body's chair
An Auckland lawyer's position as a District Licensing Committee chairperson has led to a complaint to the Ombudsman due to her previous legal work for clients in the liquor industry.
Another firearms incident at an Auckland bar
There has been a second firearms incident at an Auckland bar in the space of a week.
Most popular surnames in Auckland
Auckland's list of popular baby surnames exemplifies the changing demographics of modern New Zealand. The Panel speaks to Harpreet Singh, founder of the charity Sikh Aware. Audio
Road works could extend Northport cargo transport operation
A huge volume of extra freight is being moved from Whangārei to Auckland, with hundreds of extra trucks on the road. Audio
'Pathetic behaviour' costs Auckland ratepayers more than $100k
Auckland ratepayers face a $100,000 vandalism bill after damage to property in parks where kauri tracks have been closed for upgrades.
Ōtara community woking hard to shake off criminal stereotype
The police say they are seeing a reduction in crime in the Ōtara town centre, driven by good relationships and programmes in partnership with the community.
Ōtara saw a spate of shootings last month… Audio
Caution urged as surge of container trucks head for Auckland
A surge of container-laden trucks on State Highway 1 between Auckland and Whangārei is expected from tomorrow. Audio
'A Very Filipino Christmas' fundraiser
A Very Filipino Christmas fundraiser is happening this coming Saturday to raise money for Filipinos hit hard by typhoons which have ravaged the country. James Roque and Dewy Sacayan, tell Jesse about… Audio
Fears of asbestos after fire breaks out at central Auckland school
There may be asbestos in a central Auckland school building that caught fire this afternoon, Fire and Emergency says.