Auckland Region
Elevated arsenic levels in Auckland, Waikato water supplies
But it is safe to drink water from taps.
Former Auckland port chief executive found guilty
Maritime NZ hopes the finding in relation to the death of Pala'amo Kalati will help to prevent future tragedies.
Have you seen Rebecca?
Police are appealing for any sightings of Rebecca, 46, reported missing in Panmure, Auckland.
Inside the huge prison set to become the largest in NZ
An 810 bed expansion is set to open in five years' time, bolstering the prison's capacity to more than 1800.
University of Auckland opens Autism Research Clinic
The clinic will offer genetic diagnosis for autism.
Sorting donations from rubbish: What goes on behind the scenes
An Auckland charity is forking out thousands of dollars a year to dispose off rubbish dumped in front of its op shops. Audio
Arrest after imitation gun allegedly presented during Facebook Marketplace sale
The sale price of a vehicle had been agreed on, but the final price caused a disagreement, police say.
Remains of destroyed homes turned into Cyclone Gabrielle commemorative sculpture
The idea of a sculpture made out of salvaged materials was dreamt up to give to those who lost their homes. Audio
Funding for new police station came out of money marked for recruitment
Police have confirmed funding for their new Federal Street station comes out of a Budget bid earmarked for recruitment.
Both drivers in two-car crash in Auckland have died
The crash happened on Saturday night in Waitoki.
Three 13-year-old boy racers arrested in Auckland
Police responded to reports of two cars racing down Henderson Valley Road soon after midnight on Monday, and found a car with three teenagers inside.
Auckland CBD police station long overdue - business leader
The relocation to Federal Street means police will be more visible and accessible for residents than their current location in Freemans Bay, says Heart of the City's Viv Beck. Audio
Half of Auckland council's pensioner flats vacant for years
70 vacant flats in Auckland Council's pensioner villages will be refurbished and rented out after sitting empty for years, some almost in ruin.
Person arrested after shots fired in South Auckland
There have been no reports of injuries.
Auckland bottle shops, supermarkets prepare for stricter alcohol rules
Many bottle shops and supermarkets in Auckland are gearing up for a stricter cut-off time to sell alcohol just as the festive season kicks off.
Police seize gang shirt from man who took person to hospital after crash
The incident came as police continue to arrest gang members of patches.
The Auckland Santa Parade, in photos
Tens of thousands of people lined Auckland's CBD for the annual parade. Here are some of the best pictures.
'Close to McDonald's' real estate sell
An Auckland real estate agent is marketing a property based on its close proximity to McDonald's.
Auckland Santa Parade set to wow Auckland, roads to close
Some roads surrounding Auckland's Queen Street will be closed for part of Sunday for the annual Farmers Santa Parade.
From graffiti removal to zero waste
The Beautification trust has become a key player in South Auckland's efforts to maintain clean and vibrant communities.
