Auckland news

Watch: Inside look after fire engulfs Auckland supermarket
At its peak, 20 fire engines were on-site battling the blaze.

Watch: Fire at Akl supermarket extinguished, firefighters to remain overnight
More than 80 firefighters from 20 fire appliances were called to help.
Voices from the Pacific

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.

Baby’s death at Auckland daycare sparks call for tighter sleep regulations
The baby was checked every 10 minutes but it wasn't enough and he was found unresponsive.
Auckland Property news

Burning Auckland supermarket one of NZ’s most profitable
The store is one of the most profitable and popular in Foodstuffs' North Island co-op.

South Island's largest supermarket to open early and under $50m
The store, at 8100sq m, is the largest retail outlet in the South Island.

Chris Knox: Why it's time to dump Auckland Council's property valuations
OPINION: Council valuations are a year old on release and don't reflect property values.
Auckland Sport news
More Auckland news

'Dark horse' emerges: Meiji named as potential bidder for Fonterra's Mainland
Japanese food group Meiji is listed on the Nikkei 225.

Watch: Aerial footage captures plumes of smoke spewing over Akl after supermarket fire
Nearby residents and businesses have been instructed to close their windows.

Hart family business acquires Hansells Masterton out of receivership
Walter & Wild, the new owner, initially placed Hansells into receivership.

New information emerges in investigation into entertainer accused of grooming, raping girl
Police are assessing the new information before determining their next steps.

Habitat for Humanity urges law change to unlock more affordable housing
Alan Thorp says at the moment, councils are too scared the move isn’t legal.

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