Auckland news

Thirty-one players win $12k each in Lotto's Second Division draw
The $25 million Powerball prize was not struck and will now roll over to $30 million.

$162k in cash, almost $400k in equipment seized in scam crackdown last year
Reports of scam texts dropped 62% in 2024 after action by Internal Affairs.
Voices from the Pacific

‘Devastated’ family of Samoan fashion designer shot dead at US protest seek justice
His eldest brother said they were struggling to comprehend their sudden loss.

Thousands raised for family of Samoan fashion designer shot dead at protest against Trump
Over 5600 people, including Moana actor Auli’i Cravalho, have donated.

Samoan fashion designer shot dead at Utah protest against Trump
Arthur 'Afa' Folasa Ah Loo, 39, was shot at the Salt Lake City 'No Kings' protest.
Auckland Property news

Watch: Expert's 'big question' over burned supermarket's redevelopment potential
'Apartments on the site and more than likely offices' – Andrew Moore, CMP Construction.

‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rules
Peter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.

Building blocks: 59% of construction firms face work order concerns
Economic pressures are the biggest concern for construction sector leaders: BDO report.
Auckland Sport news
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What you need to know for the Matariki long weekend
Matariki celebrations will be taking place across the country throughout the weekend.

'No truth in it': Gallen hits back at SBW claims
Gallen and Williams will square off over eight two-minute rounds in Sydney in July.

Watch: Expert's 'big question' over burned supermarket's redevelopment potential
'Apartments on the site and more than likely offices' – Andrew Moore, CMP Construction.

'Compelled to stay': More teachers working past 65 amid shortages
In 2024, 8072 teachers over 65 made up about 10% of the workforce.

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.