Auckland news

Sasha Borissenko: Legal insights from the Siouxsie Wiles case
OPINION: The cost of doubling down.

'Absolutely ridiculous': Sacked blinds installer wins $12k after nine days of work
Man's employer said his attendance and performance were poor and may appeal the ruling.
Voices from the Pacific

How organised crime in the Pacific poses risks for New Zealand
Samoa intercepted 10kg of meth early this year, its largest known smuggling operation.

Tonga princess calls for legal rights for whales
A global campaign is asking governments to give whales legal personhood.

Sol3 Mio opera star on his glamorous marriage - and 74kg weight loss
From South Auckland to the world. Pene Pati is booked 3 years in advance for opera shows
Auckland Property news

Chris Knox: Why it's time to dump Auckland Council's property valuations
OPINION: Council valuations are a year old on release and don't reflect property values.

Fletcher begins marathon court case against subbies over SkyCity convention centre fire
Fletcher alleges the fire was caused by the subcontractors, who are in turn defending.

Property Insider: $120m Wiri sale; Ryman's sinking village buildings; opposition to Bay of Islands marina
OPINION: What will a big Australian investor do with its new $120m Wiri property?
Auckland Sport news
More Auckland news

Why Auckland City v Bayern Munich could be the greatest underdogs battle in our sporting history
It's hard to imagine there has been anything quite as outrageous as this.

Auckland ICU doctor's book exposes NZ health system crisis from the inside
Mismanaged priorities, hospital bullies, public vs private - Dr Ivor Popovich tells all.

Australia’s top winter activities you won’t want to miss
No matter where you go in Australia this winter, there is lots to do.

'Too young': Aunt mourns ex-Akl couple killed in Air India crash
The couple didn't get a chance to enjoy the life they dreamed of, says NZ-based relative.

Police hunt suspect after person badly injured in South Auckland stabbing
Police were called at 12.45pm to an assault on Swaffield Rd, Papatoetoe.

Watch: Jockey dragged around track says she held on due to 'natural instinct' to save horse
Buddy Guy shied after the race but Crystal Hackett held on, preventing a runaway.