Auckland news

Sirens blare in Tonga after large quake forces tsunami threat evacuations

Nema said there is no tsunami danger to New Zealand.

Samoan PM La'aulialemalietoa says new rugby union will be set up

World Rugby could suspend Samoa if it deems the move to be government interference.

Air NZ flights to Pacific destination cancelled due to 'volatile' fuel costs

'We know how important air services are for the Pacific,' the airline said.

Why Young Rock's Stacey Leilua turned her back on Hollywood

The Auckland actor reckons everything she needs is right here in Aotearoa.

Apartment owners win $40k after tribunal rules CAB legal levy invalid

The levy was subsequently revealed to be for the purpose of paying to fund a court battle.

US asset manager gains consent for $250m deal to buy Wellington, Queenstown hotels

Vendor NZ Hotel Holdings is backed by the NZ Super Fund and partners.

Bupa's operating profit jumps 52% as retirement village and care home revenue climbs

But revenue and revaluations pushed bottom-line after-tax net profit up more than 600%.

Cranes in retreat: Index falls to lowest level in a decade

Auckland dominates with the most cranes, but the numbers nationally are well down.

Editorial: Government right to review outdated dog control laws

OPINION: The key now is to ensure it is done properly and introduces meaningful changes.

US asset manager gains consent for $250m deal to buy Wellington, Queenstown hotels

Vendor NZ Hotel Holdings is backed by the NZ Super Fund and partners.

Society Insider: Fletcher Hawkesby celebrates 21st after cancer battle; the 'old-money' financier with a VIP pheasant shoot

Plus, who were the VVIPs partying at Synthony?

A Moment In Crime podcast: Violent abuser Nathan Boulter’s path to murder

Journalist and host Anna Leask exposes Nathan Boulter's years of violence against women.