Auckland news

Samoan police investigate after renowned author found dead in prison cell

Sia Figiel, poet and novelist, lived between Samoa and Auckland and had travelled widely.

Bereaved mother questions care after baby's death at Middlemore

The couple claims poor communication left them unaware how sick their baby was.

Auckland bakery pulls horse meat pies after council visit

NZ Food Safety is now investigating where the horse meat was sourced.

How an accident turned Fonotī Pati Umaga into a voice for disabled artists

The musician and disability advocate puts 'dark years' behind him in new stage show.

'Awesome!' - PM Jim Bolger at SkyCity casino opening 30 years ago

Monday marks casino's opening: late Dame Cath Tizard and Jim Bolger officiated that night.

'Not for sale' – $1b hospital, medical business Allevia Health

An Allevia denial follows a possible Tāmaki Healthcare sale to Aussies for about $400m.

How a 39-year-old came to run Christchurch’s newest $30m Mitre 10 Mega store

Miles Andrews' father ran Ferrymead. The 39-year-old now runs that and a new store.

Mega-property deal: ASB's HQ to be sold for $205m

Stride is leasing buildings in front of the ASB headquarters, plans low-rise development.

Watch: Court releases graphic images of blood-soaked couple implicated in bizarre killing

Several images show a man smeared in blood clutching a bloodied hunting knife.

'The freedom, the flexibility': Auckland teacher couple on why they're homeschooling their sons

The Ministry of Education predicts 11,179 children will be homeschooled this year.

Napier gets big thumbs-up after offshore race

The Napier race, first held in the 1970s, has been called the only "true" offshore race.

SailGP Black Foils’ Leo Takahashi shares his favourite spots in Auckland

Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.