Auckland news

'Over the moon': Mother and son to reunite after 11-year residency struggle

Ali told the Herald it has been difficult living apart from her only child.

'I’m just so grateful': Mother's relief as baby survives 'scary' meningitis ordeal

'Without the operation, he definitely would have died,' says mum Tearren Nanjan.

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.

‘I’ve lost everything’: Meth link freezes $96m property development dream

Large development on Auckland's fringe folds after being linked to 'Honey Bear' meth ring.

'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.

Why parts of Black Foils' boat could be used in French repair after SailGP Auckland crash

Sir Russell Coutts says the crash most likely puts the Black Foils out of the title hunt.

Child in serious condition after being hit by car in Matakana

The Serious Crash Unit is investigating how the vehicle struck the child.

Rooftop views and ‘playful’ design: Inside Auckland’s new Radisson Red hotel

A soon-to-open rooftop bar will be Australasia’s largest outdoor rooftop venue.

Housing market softens in January as threat of rising rates looms

An economist warns that concern about rising interest rates may be a headwind.