Latest from Auckland Region

Dinosaur nights break records as Auckland Zoo opens after dark

Dinosaur Nights and Lights runs at Auckland Zoo until July 13, 5pm-8.30pm.

Neighbours heard cries for help as security guard beaten to death in Auckland reserve

Lorenzo Tangira pleaded guilty to murder today. It was set to be the start of his trial.

Fletcher, Acciona settle Puhoi motorway dispute

Fletcher Building says it will gain $56 million from the Puhoi motorway settlement.

Wayne Brown redesigns a railway station

Reroute buses to stop at the station and get a big developer on board now, says the mayor.

Man, 23, turns himself in after Auckland market stabbing

He faces two charges of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

'Naughty' parolee holding woman at gunpoint left after telling off from toddler

He had earlier been locked up for outrageously dangerous driving. It was caught on video.

Family of man who died after incident with police push for officer body cameras

A petition for police body cameras has gained nearly 15,000 signatures.

Kiwi chef reveals most surprising foodie region in Aotearoa

The chef chats to Herald Travel about unforgettable foodie experiences in Aotearoa.

'He was trying to kill me': Bus driver punched, choked as passengers lash out

And a 14-year-old boy punched a driver after he missed a turn near Tauranga Boys' College.

Watch: Expert's 'big question' over burned supermarket's redevelopment potential

'Apartments on the site and more than likely offices' – Andrew Moore, CMP Construction.

Society Insider: Property titan’s luxury car storage club; Eric Watson’s son's MDMA business

Plus, Beauden Barrett's new side hustle.

Building blocks: 59% of construction firms face work order concerns

Economic pressures are the biggest concern for construction sector leaders: BDO report.

Baby-killing Mobster loathed being called 'kid killer' in prison, so he murdered again

Donovan Duff was already serving a life sentence. He was handed another one today.

Air NZ flights cancelled, passengers stranded as Indonesian volcano erupts

Air NZ cancelled flights due to ash from Mt Lewotobi Laki-Laki.

UK sculptor claims NZ artwork copied his design, seeks recognition

"Spot the difference" - artists clash over clasped hand sculptures.

Charge withdrawn in family feud murder case

Tensions erupted in the courtroom in April when the shooter pleaded guilty.

Watch: Owners of Victoria Park New World to gain back control of fire-damaged building

New World Victoria Park staff will continue to be paid following fire, boss says.

Watch: Inside look after fire engulfs Auckland supermarket

At its peak, 20 fire engines were on-site battling the blaze.