Auckland news

Winston Peters to receive Pacific visa petition at New Zealand Parliament

The petition seeks equal visa-style access for visitors from six Pacific nations.

Rarotonga International Airport starts screening passengers in fight against dengue

An elderly member of the public is the first dengue-related death in the Cook Islands.

Statutory manager sent into troubled Auckland college's board

Education officials closed the school's boarding hostels amid student safety concerns.

He took drama classes because his mates were. Now this Kiwi actor is starring in a hit Disney series

Albert Latailakepa has found international fame on Disney’s The Artful Dodger.

'Please, SkyCity, look after it!' – Fletcher boss at NZICC opening

'I speak a number of languages': Fletcher boss after chanting a mōteatea to guests today.

Gulf Harbour golf course owner faces liquidation bid as debt battle deepens

The company is owned by The Phoenix Trust. The sole shareholder is developer Greg Olliver.

Inside the $50m St Marys Bay build where buyers pay $10m+ for space and views

Construction started in 2024 and is due to finish in the final quarter.

'Too difficult': Developer pulls pin on major Ararimu managed fill proposal

Locals feared years of dust, trucks and environmental impacts at Ararimu.

'Exploited and used': Slavery trial judge fires warning to others, orders substantial sentence

'This is not a case of cultural misunderstanding,' the judge emphasised.

Health NZ's 'embarrassing U-turn' on market rate for hospital carparks proposal

Health NZ was looking for feedback on a nationwide hospital carpark policy.

The team looming as Super Rugby's big movers

The Chiefs boast unrivalled depth as they chase a title defence.

Can NZ cash in on critical minerals and still stay wary of mining?

The US wants allies such as NZ to help break China's grip on rare earth minerals.