Auckland news

Tonga election debate heats up over palace role and voter rights push

Voters face fuel shortages and rising costs ahead of Tonga’s November poll.

Prominent Auckland state school faces 'forcible' charter school takeover bid

The Bewt trust wants Kelston Boys’ converted by January 2026 under new management.

Samoa urges parents to vaccinate children to avoid 'another outbreak'

Samoa and the Cook Islands have issued measles-related travel and public health alerts.

On The Up: Chosen for 'her smile' - Teen model proves she's got the WOW factor

The 19-year-old made her debut at this year’s World of WearableArt show.

'2026 likely to be trough year': SkyCity CEO on recovery forecast

Still trying to sell Auckland car parks for $200m, NZICC finally opening in February.

Watch: 41 robots working inside new $90m DHL Auckland pharmaceutical warehouse

Two robot types move supplies, do physical lifting and perform boring, repetitive tasks.

Caniwi buys Mansons TCLM's properties for $95m

Big plans for Mt Wellington property; Greenlane property is fully refurbished offices.

'Vote of confidence': Christopher Luxon on Malaysians’ purchase

'We see many opportunities for YTL's expertise': Prime Minister welcomes buyers.

Stock Takes: Wall Street's tech-fuelled rally stirs market bubble fears

ASB says at 18% above its 200-day average, the Nasdaq 100 is near bubble levels.

Morning misery for Auckland commuters after crash adds to motorway delays

Earlier roadworks caused jams before a lane-blocking crash added to the clog.

Environment Court ruling clears way for $9.8m Greytown solar farm

It’s the first solar farm in New Zealand granted consent by the Environment Court.

Mahurangi oyster farmers despair at Watercare's biggest sewage spill yet

About 1200cu m of wastewater spilled into the Mahurangi River.