Auckland news

'Let us work together': La'auli sworn in as Samoa’s eighth PM

More than 2000 people filled the Tuanaimato gym to witness the occasion.

‘It’s a shame’: Leaders question Māori stage breaking away from other Polyfest performers

The Māori stage will run at a different venue on different days.

Adam Pearse: Why New Zealand must learn from the Solomon Islands as Pacific forum host

The absence of world powers like China and the United States had a bearing on proceedings.

Fate of NZ funding for China-backed island nation still up in the air

New Zealand launched a review into its funding for Kiribati in January.

Auckland apartment market so dire developer opts to rent rather than sell

Ockham Residential CEO William Deihl says entire block will be rented, market so tough.

Marutūāhu-Ockham sells 24 of 65 new Toi units in Pt Chevalier

'I take my hat off to the work you guys do' - Mayor Wayne Brown praises Toi developers.

Mixed reception to heritage home specialist Brooksfield's arrival

'Only genuine old houses built of native timbers are the real thing': Margot McRae

New Auckland housing 'awful': Christchurch heritage developer expands north

Other developers were having a hard time 'because their homes are absolutely awful'.

Auckland park ranger accused of 'cruel' attack on pūkeko in front of families

Council says the 'reported actions do not align with our approach to managing wildlife'.

'Cowardly': Footballer allegedly king hit, kicked in face with boot after game

A player has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

Market close: Ebos helps NZ sharemarket erase GDP losses

A gain in Ebos and expectations of lower interest rates have boosted NZ stocks.

Stash of guns, cash found in Auckland Airbnb: Cops bust alleged drug-smuggling ring

Eleven people have been arrested, nearly $1m in cash seized, haul of drugs taken.