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Dry July: Auckland needs more water as shortage looms
'Let's just take the small measures now that we need to save a lot of water.'
Pedestrian in critical condition following collision with bus
The incident took place in the Auckland CBD.
Fraud victims: 'Andrews has changed our lives forever'
His occupation is listed on court documents as a salesman - it should have read fraudster.
Fatal central Auckland crash: Widow's grief after innocent husband killed
Nishat Abedi prayed the drunk driver would not get home detention for killing her husband.
Government steps up Hauraki Gulf conservation process
It wants to revive a plan to rejuvenate fish stocks, slash sediment and reduce pollution.
Traffic throughout Auckland city starting to swell
A number of breakdowns and crashes throughout Auckland are causing delays.
Four times as many Aucklanders suffering from flu-like symptoms
If you were still planning to get the flu vaccine, you're probably too late.
Is this the future for Queen Street?
Plans revealed for reducing cars in Queen Street in downtown Auckland.
Dry July? Aucklanders urged to conserve water as dams run low
Auckland city's total water storage is down to 59.2 per cent.
Mayoral hopeful John Tamihere would sell 49pc of Watercare
Candidate announced the plan at a breakfast with Phil Goff this morning.
'Don't call the cops': Drunk driver jailed for fatal taxi crash
The driver ran a red light and blew more than three times over the breath alcohol limit.
Crashes, rail woes cause delays for commuters
There are reports of a serious crash on SH16 between Waimauku and Helensville.
Sophisticated telco scam targets cop, Govt worker
Two victims of such frauds were a government worker and his son, a police officer.
From knocking on death's door to a second chance: Double organ recipient's amazing story
A heart and liver transplant have given 25-year-old Jessica Manning a second shot at life.
Groom stranded in India after Immigration NZ error to be reunited with wife
Kinjal Pandya arrived in NZ late on Saturday night after INZ grants visitor visa.
Only one business pinged over plastic bags
Single-use plastic shopping bags banned in New Zealand from today onwards.
Commuter crawl: Trains cancelled, reports of cow near Auckland motorway
Crashes, rain, slow trains and a cow added to commuters' woes this evening in Auckland.
31 minutes of fear: Deportee jailed over hostage situation
Woman visiting from Christchurch suddenly found herself at knifepoint in a Burger King.
Auckland toddler death: Persons of interest identified
Police investigating death of Auckland toddler are focusing on just a handful of people.
Man, 28, charged with indecent assault of child
The man charged in relation to the assault is due to appear in court later this week.
Precautions in place after gastro outbreak at Auckland retirement village
The retirement village has been dealing with an outbreak of the illness since June 16.
'Utter madness': Why was baby left with family before tragedy?
The toddler died six days after he was taken to Starship Hospital.
Emergency services called to Clevedon following assault
A police spokeswoman said the type of injuries and how severe they are is unknown.
Manhunt under way after man assaulted in Onehunga
The police were called to assist St John around mid-afternoon Sunday.
'Coastguard found him just in time': Rescue in pitch-black
Urgent Algies Bay water rescue made in the pitch-black.
'Absolute tragedy': Homicide investigation after boy's death
"The death of any child is an absolute tragedy ..."
NZ wins global race to make $1.5b Lord of the Rings TV series
US film crew are apparently already in Auckland for the $1.5 billion TV production.
Your weather: Sun shines for clear, crisp, winter's day in Auckland
Sub-zero temperatures were felt last night in Mt Cook, Christchurch and Rotorua.
Campaign to ease Eden Park concert controls
Some Kingsland eateries rely heavily on Eden Park events for the diners they attract.
Ghost cars: Trade Me fraudster jailed for $100k scam
Eighteen Trade Me customers lost nearly $100,000 during the two-year scam.
Broadcaster keen to get back on bike after crash
But Mike Puru's worried mum is less keen after nasty crash landed broadcaster in hospital.
Water rescue after fishing net catches man
The alarm was raised after a passerby heard cries for help and a flashing light.
'I'm human': True story behind guard who 'stole' blankets from homeless
The real story behind a photo which sparked outrage online.