Crime'Insidious offending': Uni student behind NZ's first 'SMS blaster' attackNearby phones were 'effectively hijacked' by the device, which operated out of his car.27 Jul 04:44 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBillion-dollar view? City showdown looms over tall buildings v volcanoesMinister Chris Bishop is pushing Auckland Council to allow faster development.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PropertyFire-hit New World Victoria Park reveals plans for repair, reopeningDemolition is not planned. Foodstuffs will repair and rebuild the existing supermarket.22 Jul 03:16 AM
New ZealandYoung woman jailed for Connor Boyd's death to be released on paroleKaiya Shute was sentenced to two years and two months' jail but will soon be released.21 Jul 08:18 AM
Crime'Shattered her innocence': Pimp jailed for child prostitution ring ambitionsThe judge described Wiparera Paraire's offending as 'abhorrent and manipulative'.16 Jul 12:54 AM
New ZealandSmith & Caughey's auctioning Santa sleigh in $44k lot, other fixtures, surplus stock also for saleThousands of lots are included in the auction, a majority with starting bids at $1. 10 Jul 04:00 AM
Business'Terrific outcome': 189 staff from New World destroyed by fire learn of new job optionsNew World at Auckland's Victoria Park burned down on June 17. All its stock was ruined. 09 Jul 06:43 AM
KahuCouncil reviewing court ruling on Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei dominance at WesthavenThe court affirmed Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei's dominance at Westhaven over 18 other iwi.07 Jul 11:22 PM
CrimeCaught on tape: Identity finally revealed of Jaguar-driving teen behind CBD rampagePolice and footpath pedestrians had to dodge the vehicle to avoid getting run over.06 Jul 06:00 AM
Property'Special ceiling': sun and moon art adorn new Auckland train station'Representing the history of this area. This ridgeline was a kauri forest.' - Barry Potter03 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWatch: First look inside City Rail Link’s unique new Te Waihorotiu Station'No other train station in the world will look like this,' says CRL CEO Patrick Brockie.30 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhere did 8000 passengers go? The latest forecasts for $5.5b City Rail LinkThe initial capacity is lower than earlier forecasts of 27,000 passengers.27 Jun 05:51 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCristean Monreal: If we keep sprawling to Hamilton, what happens to the heart of Auckland?OPINION: Auckland's $5b City Rail Link is lighting the way for urban intensification.24 Jun 02:48 AM
New ZealandThe Midtown EconomyBusinessDesk charts the multi-billion dollar building bonanza City Rail Link is spurring. Video / Dean Purcell, Carson Bluck, Cameron Pitney, Annaliese Shortland.Watch22 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Un-Kiwi' attitudes: Acting PM Seymour takes aim at Brian Tamaki after protestProtesters tore flags, including those representing Islam and the UN.21 Jun 05:30 AM
New ZealandArt light trail snakes through Auckland city centre for MatarikiThe 2km feature is believed to be the world's first indigenous art trail.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Owners of Victoria Park New World to gain back control of fire-damaged buildingNew World Victoria Park staff will continue to be paid following the fire, the boss says.17 Jun 08:56 PM
New ZealandWatch: Aerial footage captures plumes of smoke spewing over Akl after supermarket fireNearby residents and businesses have been instructed to close their windows.17 Jun 05:01 AM
New Zealand21yo woman missing overnight from Britomart makes contact with desperate dad Becky Davies had last been seen in central Auckland in the early hours of this morning.14 Jun 07:37 AM
CrimeMeth-smuggling bigamist who dodged deportation for 28 years jailed for rapeHe was once known as the longest-serving remand prisoner in New Zealand history.10 Jun 03:46 AM
New ZealandWatch: Firefighters contain large blaze at Penrose car sales and storage yard.Fire and Emergency NZ crews have contained a large blaze at a car sales and storage yard in Auckland's Penrose this morning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Jun 07:27 PM
New Zealand'Potentially catastrophic': Youth videoed scaling 220m Auckland high-rise craneSuch stunts can be tragic for the individual and their family, a construction boss warns.03 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandYoung man scales Auckland high-riseA video showing a young man scaling the side of an Auckland high-rise building has surfaced on TikTok.Watch03 Jun 05:00 PM
CrimeChurch-going bank employee led secret life laundering $3m for meth syndicateHe was a literal poster boy for ASB but also corrupted colleagues, collected P shipments.01 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'She is safe': Police find missing Auckland womanA police spokesperson said a woman who went missing from Anzac Ave has now been found.29 May 12:29 AM
New ZealandTwo injured in downtown Auckland, four suspects taken into custodyEmergency services were called to the scene about 8.15pm.27 May 09:44 AM
CrimeWhy young Head Hunters prospect wasn't jailed for 'utterly reprehensible' torture caseHe arrived to find the victim naked and bound, then he joined in.27 May 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailInside the incredible rise and sad fall of Smith & Caughey’s – why it is closing for goodDespite a rescue attempt, Auckland's flagship store has faced a 'perfect storm'.21 May 06:00 AM
CrimeFormer police officer and wife arrested after attack at Boyz II Men concert at Spark ArenaAn ex-police officer threatened to dig up the victim's deceased mum.18 May 05:00 AM
Super RugbyHighlanders rugby gear worth $38k stolen in Auckland from parked car, man arrestedStolen items included laptops, tablets and 'specialised rugby equipment'.08 May 04:12 AM
CrimeSadistic chivalry with a power tool: Gang member admits drilling holes in stranger's thighA man slapped a woman's bottom in a nightclub... her boyfriend got cruel revenge.07 May 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismAirfares too high? Take the bus, InterCity says ahead of new electric bus launchA new electric city bus is coming. Long-haul EV buses may be viable in a year or so too.06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandReduced speeds on the Auckland Harbour Bridge due to strong winds.Auckland commuters are being warned of potential speed restrictions and closures on the Auckland Harbour Bridge when severe weather strikes during rush hour. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Apr 05:54 PM
New ZealandTense video shows armed police standoff at Akl supermarketPolice came to arrest a man who allegedly took a fake gun onto a bus. 28 Apr 05:00 AM