Auckland Region
Police, AT working to mitigate issues on troublesome bus route
Auckland Transport says it has noticed repeat issues on the 70 bus, having to alert police to the behaviour of some passengers.
Changes to 'popular' Auckland bus route draw mixed views
Residents of the Mount Eden suburb have been left in the dark about changes to drop their stop from a central Auckland bus route, two groups have told Auckland Council on Thursday.
'He is an angry man': Pauline Hanna recorded saying about husband before death
The High Court murder trial heard a recording of Pauline Hanna saying her husband was angry and wanted to have sex with everyone.
'Maybe I just didn't listen': Jury hears murder-accused surgeon's police interview
Philip Polkinghorne, who claims wife Pauline Hanna committed suicide, questioned if he put too much pressure on her before her death.
Third of apartments now selling for a loss
The figures for those hoping to make a buck off their apartment are the worst they've been in over a decade. Audio
Police called 163 times to a single motel in a year
The callouts in the upmarket suburb range from breaches of bail, family harm, assaults, to disorder, general theft and trespass.
Worker told to take breaks at desk, come to work to prove sickness
A young worker who was told to take meal breaks at her desk and to come to work to prove she was sick will be paid $50,290 by the company that constructively dismissed her.
Ban on liquor sales after 9pm approved in Auckland
The new policy includes stricter trading hours, meaning bottle shops and supermarkets across the region cannot sell alcohol after 9pm.
Apartment owners may have 'heads in the sand' about ground rent increase
Next year could spell bad news for owners in downtown Auckland.
How different are butter prices across Auckland?
Some shoppers in South Auckland are going without it and other dairy products because they are simply too expensive. Audio
Polkinghorne trial: Toxicology tests show drugs but not meth in wife's blood
A forensic scientist has told the court about which drugs were found in Pauline Hanna's body.
Spat over surf club leaves home school group venueless
A community group for home-schooled children in rural Auckland say their group is on hold after conversations turned sour.
Smith and Caughey's to stay open, but on a smaller scale
Auckland retailer Smith and Caughey's has confirmed it will downsize, rather than closing the doors for good.
Fatal shooting by police necessary to protect themselves, watchdog rules
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has found the shooting of David Fononga in West Auckland last year was justified.
Polkinghorne murder trial: Forensic expert 'open-minded' during scene examination
The defence lawyer says the forensic scientist was told by police to conduct the examination on the basis of a homicide.
'Massive damage' after alleged drunk driver hits house
The driver found himself stuck in the vehicle, suspended over a three-metre drop between the house and retaining wall, police say.
Parents threatening to leave preschool in wealthy Auckland suburb
Parents are threatening to remove their children from Ponsonby's community preschool after a fiery feud with upper management.
Waka to escort Team NZ at America's Cup
A crew from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei will paddle Te Kawau in front of Team New Zealand, taking them to the start line before racing.
Push to resurrect Waitākere Ranges tourist train
West Auckland councillor Ken Turner is hoping to give the Rainforest Express a new lease of life.
‘Naming and shaming’ illegal dumpers a success, despite privacy concerns
Enforcing fines and exposing offenders on social media is deterring illegal dumping in Māngere, but community leaders say more education is also needed.
