Auckland news

Samoan chief convicted of slavery and human trafficking set to be sentenced

Slavery convictions like Tuai’s are believed to number only five in NZ history.

How one Samoan chief is navigating the rising costs of corned beef

Samoan community leader Pa'u Teleiai Edwin Puni describes the significance of corned beef as well as how his family are navigating its rising cost when it comes to fa'alavelave.

'It's almost like gold': The staple food families can no longer afford

Soaring corned beef prices are forcing Pasifika families to rethink traditional gifting.

'It's not a sad place': The Kiwi cemetery that looks like a Disney movie

Pacific culture has lit up Manukau Memorial Gardens cemetery in South Auckland.

Foodstuffs North Island boss Chris Quin on 2026's biggest challenges

'A stronger economy unlocks the health and education system we all want.'

‘Cautiously optimistic’: Property prices tipped to increase 5% in 2026

Prices are still 17.6% below the early 2022 peak, with Auckland notably weak.

From CRL to Costco: The mega projects that will change 2026’s skyline

Te Waihorotiu Station and the CRL promise to transform central Auckland travel.

How do architects design homes when they are for themselves?

Could architects say they are the 'perfect client' when they design their own new homes?

Inside Auckland’s hidden monasteries and retreats

From Carmelite nuns to Tibetan monks – meet some of Auckland's spiritual residents.

Givealittle fight: Pregnant partner of man killed in sand dune goes to court over funds

Devoted dad died in hospital two days after a sand dune collapsed at Muriwai Beach.

Man and woman charged with murder after fatal late-night Auckland shooting

Police say the victim died at the scene on Balfour Rd, Manurewa late on Friday night.

Auckland film-maker jailed for child sex abuse material; industry in shock

The actor and director was caught sending images to a 'decoy' police detective online.