Auckland news

Passengers 'spewing in the aisles' as flight to Fiji diverted after three attempted landings

Around 80 stranded passengers are now being put up in a Nuku’alofa hotel.

In search of winter sun: Swap Fiji for this quiet island escape

Empty beaches and no crowds.

'Beautiful, happy soul': Family remember 9yo girl killed in crash at traffic lights

The schoolgirl was in a car struck by another vehicle while waiting for a green light.

Passengers on disrupted Pacific-bound flights may be up for refund

Air NZ has apologised to affected passengers and said safety was a priority.

Body corporate broke law on Newmarket cladding levies, tribunal finds

How the body corporate allocated costs to reclad the huge buildings was central to case.

Plumbers warn of cost squeeze after pipe prices to rise 25%

Plumbers have tried to buy pipes in bulk to stockpile and delay having to pay more.

Real estate agents censured over early access, family ties and deposit failures

House keys, relationships, trust accounts, leaky homes and roof age were complained about.

US firm wins consent for $650m takeover of Wellington parts trader

Americans spotted growth in the Kiwi car parts trading business founded in 2004.

'Sell now': Auckland real estate agent warns global risk threatens apartment market

'Crisis meetings': A real estate agency is calling clients in for blunt warnings on risks.

Customs fighting 'such a big enemy': Exponential rise in drugs intercepted at the border

More than 12 tonnes of cocaine were intercepted in the Pacific in early 2026.

Are you $10m richer? Check your Powerball ticket now

The lucky numbers have been drawn.

'Dynamic retrospective': Jason Derulo sets date for Auckland arena show

The show promises high-energy hits with choreography and striking visuals.