Auckland news

Government reviews RSE visa scheme, report calls for reform

The ILO warns RSE workers who complain risk blacklisting and deportation.

'Heartbreaking decision': Moana Pasifika looking for a lifeline

Moana Pasifika will provide support to all players and staff during this transition.

Woman's 'unfailing devotion' to dead sister's kids rewarded with residency

She has 'unfailingly devoted herself to raising these five young children'.

Labour candidate leads rerun after court found irregularities affected Papatoetoe result

The rerun saw Vi Hausia top the provisional poll with 2788 votes.

Ghost tower sale? Singaporeans may buy stalled Seascape block

Hotels are an extremely popular asset class, fetching big premiums.

Lower rents without the frills: 297 new Auckland units finished

A four-piece band has already formed at the pavilion. No swimming pool or gym is offered.

Cross-lease shake-up: Court ruling may make it harder to block neighbours’ plans

Law specialist says ruling could end three decades of frustration over cross-lease issue.

Up to 90 jobs coming as $50m supermarket prepares to open

Expanded, refurbished supermarket, plus Kmart Westgate, will create 330 roles out west.

How a 252kg meth plot used social media to lure teens into airport drug runs

Customs allege 252kg of meth was brought through Auckland Airport from Malaysia.

How Iran’s war and oil shock could hit inflation, interest rates and jobs

Treasury scenarios show inflation rising to 3.9% and growth slowing to 2%.

'We were clear coming in': Hansen's message to unused Black Ferns rookies

Four of the nine newcomers to the Black Ferns touring squad will remain uncapped.

'Extremely concerning': Security guard in hospital after assault at South Auckland Woolworths

The offenders fled the Averill St store before police arrived at 11am.