Auckland news

Did NZ shortchange Samoa over Manawanui wreck payout?

Experts say the $6m payout may cover only about 10% of clean-up costs.

'Gone too soon, sir': Auckland school in mourning after 'beloved' deputy principal dies

The family now faces a funeral service on Monday, in the same week as Christmas.

Deadly habit: Truckie who killed RSE worker had history of using his phone while driving

'He was doing something he never should have been doing, and a man died.'

Judge voids election result after claims of voter fraud in South Auckland

Vi Hausia has alleged theft of ballot papers, 'irregularities' and widespread voter fraud.

'Biggest and best': Rodd & Gunn CEO on new $10m+ Melbourne store

'Level of detail and how each floor of the store works is incredible,' says Mike Beagley.

Can Gen Z break our dangerous love affair with property schemes? - Du Val podcast

A more financially literate new generation offers some hope.

Ghost town no more: Karaka developer spends millions on water fix, unlocking 5000 new homes

Housing subdivisions that sat frozen since 2019 can now be built.

'Clever way to deal with a slow market' - apartment developer offering two-year mortgage suspension

Developer John Love says the market is slow, so he is offering an unusual apartment deal.

How safe is your swim spot this summer?

Waiheke's Ōnetangi is a good bet, but Judges Bay still has a black 'do not swim' warning.

'Biggest and best': Rodd & Gunn CEO on new $10m+ Melbourne store

'Level of detail and how each floor of the store works is incredible,' says Mike Beagley.

Society Insider Awards 2025: Celebrating the year's biggest and best society newsmakers

From Anna Mowbray to John Key to Taika Waititi, these are the people who made headlines.

Watch: Chlöe Swarbrick joins forces with Wayne Brown for 'stupid season' Christmas video

Auckland Mayor decries lack of common sense and signs off with a cheeky jab at Wellington.