CrimeInside gecko sting: Judge jails wildlife mule in bizarre black market bustAn overseas buyer was ready to pay $26,000 cash. He stood to resell them for much more.05 Dec 06:28 AM
CrimeHelensville schools in lockdown after firearm incident, two people in custodyPolice were first called to a Kumeū address about 1.45pm.05 Dec 04:05 AM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak grows to 30 cases as Auckland concert named location of interestMeasles alerts also cover Wellington ferries and several Auckland malls.05 Dec 03:43 AM
New ZealandPolice bring teen’s $20k North Shore smash and grab to an endPolice will boost patrols at Auckland shopping centres as Christmas nears.05 Dec 01:09 AM
AucklandPerson in hospital after car ploughs into Auckland villaPolice are still investigating what caused the early morning crash.04 Dec 08:20 PM
CrimeCannabis-impaired driver who killed church deacon in crash claimed she was framedBut the evidence against Kim Scott was overwhelming, a judge ruled.04 Dec 08:00 PM
Kahu'Forever our hero': NZ boxer dies saving sons on beach holiday in TongaSemisi Kalu's wife Alexandria Ma'ilei Kalu will lay him to rest in Papatoetoe tomorrow.04 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuHarbour Bridge march: Brian Tamaki protest denied permission – againFreedom and Rights Coalition leader wants the march to go ahead with or without approval.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFire investigator report raises concern about alarm at New World Victoria Park Fire cause redacted under the Official Information Act but event was deemed accidental. 04 Dec 05:00 AM
AucklandTeen charged after alleged knife-point robbery at upmarket Auckland shopAuckland City Crime Squad used CCTV to track the suspect's taxi across town.04 Dec 01:37 AM
Business2degrees fixes fault that caused issues for some mobile customersGlitch hit around 4am.03 Dec 09:04 PM
CrimeRare sentence for serial sex offender who terrorised French backpacker and joggerJohnathan Tamihana, 33, has spent only two of the past 14 years out of prison.03 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentSnow, carols and ghosts: A Christmas Carol opens at the Civic tonightThe Civic Theatre production mixes live music, carolling and falling snow.03 Dec 02:36 AM
CrimeHigh-profile prisoner charged with historic sexual violationHis identity has been kept secret for now. 03 Dec 02:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSarah Lim: How to navigate leave and pay during the holiday periodStaff working on Christmas and New Year public holidays must get time and a half.03 Dec 02:00 AM
AucklandMotorists told to brace for 'significant' delays across Akld motorways and roads as Ikea opensQueues of over 40 minutes are expected just to exit SH1 at Mt Wellington.03 Dec 12:45 AM
AucklandRush-hour traffic gridlock after truck-car crash on Auckland motorway, lanes reopenA critically injured motorist was freed from a car and taken to hospital. 02 Dec 07:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRupert Hodson: Auckland needs an aspirational story to shape our futureOPINION: Auckland needs a bold new story to match its ambitions. 02 Dec 05:00 PM
AucklandFunding squeeze: Rates cap row puts CRL and ferries in the firing lineWayne Brown wants a 7.9% rates rise to cover the $235m CRL running costs.02 Dec 05:00 AM
AucklandShopper knocked unconscious, unable to walk after Glenfield Mall assaultMichelle Miller, 59, was knocked unconscious for about 10 minutes in the attack.02 Dec 05:00 AM
AucklandArmed suspect found hiding under child’s bed after late-night police chaseThe armed suspect ditched the firearm on a shed roof while running from authorities. 02 Dec 01:36 AM
New ZealandAuckland man charged after allegedly swallowing Fabergé locket in theftThe 18ct gold Fabergé pendant is set with 60 diamonds and 15 sapphires.02 Dec 12:32 AM
New ZealandHerne Bay and central Auckland beaches hit by sewage overflows after stormsThirteen central Auckland beaches are black flagged after sewage overflows.01 Dec 06:51 AM
BusinessWatch: Inside Auckland’s $1 billion new convention centreThe $1b centre will open to the public on February 11 next year.01 Dec 03:32 AM
AucklandSecurity guards, bystander attacked during alleged shoplifting incident at Auckland mallTwo of the three victims were taken to hospital for treatment. 30 Nov 11:56 PM
Crime'Not safe around children': Former candidate convicted of paedophilia fights for suppressionHe acknowledged his name suppression bid is doomed but has appealed anyway.30 Nov 07:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Joyce DiDonato dazzles in luminous night with NZ Symphony OrchestraREVIEW: Joyce DiDonato dazzled in Berlioz' Les Nuits d'ete with NZSO and Gemma New.30 Nov 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJames Doolan: Hotels should be hosts not hustlersOPINION: Some hotels charged $720-$800 on a recent big night, matching quality and demand.30 Nov 05:00 PM
AucklandChristine Fletcher and Troy Churton: Why Auckland's 2 million-home zoning plan goes too far, too fastOPINION: Plan Change 120 is one of the most contentious ever proposed by Auckland Council.30 Nov 04:00 PM
CrimeJudge shows mercy after recidivist robber expresses wish to remove gang face tattooShontayne Solomon waited in his car as bandits carried out a violent robbery.30 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandHornet hunt: 27 queens and 17 nests found in Auckland as MPI ramps up searchOver 4000 public reports have helped keep the yellow-legged hornet population contained.30 Nov 05:02 AM
Travel newsWhere to find Auckland’s most joyful ways to kick off the holiday seasonThe best Auckland summer events this December.29 Nov 04:06 PM
New ZealandSanta's on his way – and so is the rainWeather warnings and watches are in place for various areas tomorrow, Auckland parade day.29 Nov 03:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPrincipal forced to turn away disabled students as families surge into zoneClasses are spilling into the library and hall as the Auckland school turns families away.29 Nov 01:00 AM
