Auckland news

Tributes flow for journalist and playwright Aroha Awarau

Aroha Awarau is being remembered as a talented writer, comedian and great friend.

Samoa chiefs consider sending back $6m payout from NZ Govt for HMNZS Manawanui marine disaster

Chief Atanoa Tusi Fa’afetai says he may refuse to share the $6m payout.

Inside Auckland’s hidden monasteries and retreats

From Carmelite nuns to Tibetan monks – meet some of Auckland's spiritual residents.

Samoan chief convicted of slavery and human trafficking set to be sentenced

Slavery convictions like Tuai’s are believed to number only five in NZ history.

QT Auckland hotel and former Queenstown backpackers sold to foreigners

CBRE agents have made deals totalling $118.5 million.

No conviction for illegal Mt Eden buildings: Real estate agent's job a factor

Blockhouse Bay agent James Lu and builder Xian Fan Liu pleaded guilty to charges.

Ryman miscalculated staff holiday pay, makes $24m provision in accounts

Retirement village company one of many that miscalculated holiday pay.

On the up: Multi-unit dwellings push residential consents ahead

Almost 36,000 homes consented in year to November.

'A superpower in decline': World reacts to Scott Robertson’s All Blacks exit

Global pundits warn the All Blacks' global brand is under threat.

'Can’t be defined by one race': Tuke targets fresh SailGP charge

The new SailGP season starts in Perth this weekend before events in Auckland and Sydney.

No conviction for illegal Mt Eden buildings: Real estate agent's job a factor

Blockhouse Bay agent James Lu and builder Xian Fan Liu pleaded guilty to charges.

All Blacks' next coach: Top contenders and why former coach may be the best option

Who is the person to replace Scott Robertson as the next All Blacks coach?