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Former Black Caps captain Chris Cairns hit by another medical setback

It comes after a string of struggles, including spinal stroke and cancer.

Auckland at risk says new report

Auckland is falling behind other similar cities and needs to “shift gear” or it will not prosper. Video / Jason Oxenham

Simon Wilson: Aucklanders live in a great city, but things are far from sweet

OPINION: Oh great, another report that says what we already know.

William Dart review: Tristan und Isolde at Auckland Town Hall

OPINION: The billboards have haunted the city, doubtlessly contributing to a full house.

Dolphins sink Warriors finals hopes in golden point

A Sean O'Sullivan drop goal was the difference in a thrilling contest.

Home invasion shooting: Father murdered as 6yo son slept nearby

It's been five years since the defendant murdered Tulua. He still can't be named.

Winning $44m Lotto prize yet to be claimed: Do you have the lucky ticket?

Last night's win equalled the biggest single-winner in Lotto history in New Zealand.

Opinion: Can congestion charging work for Aucklanders?

OPINION: The vast majority of motorway trips are not heading to or from the city centre.

Plans unveiled for new park on wasteland at Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter

The park has been allocated $119 million.

Crunching the numbers: How does a grocery shop compare to 2022?

What happens when the price at the checkout keeps rising but your budget does not?

Prolific shoplifter: 'It gives me a kick ... It's like a job'

Travis Archer had only been out of jail for eight days when he hit the stores again.

'We need to be good humans': Ex-ICU nurse gives life-saving plasma every fortnight

A former ICU nurse has given plasma more than 300 times in New Zealand.

Love art? Check out these exhibitions in Auckland this weekend

Plus, Disney on Ice, markets and a restaurant month for foodies that can not be missed.

'No one listened to me': Mums share stories of birth trauma to help others

Kiwi mums have shared their stories of birth trauma in a bid to raise awareness.

'A win': Banks strike cash settlements with scam victims who lost $400k

An elderly victim made 13 offshore money transfers to scammers with help from bank staff.

Airport reopens after report of debris on runway forces flight diversions

Multiple flights were forced to circle around east Auckland before returning back home.

Auckland cannabis museum reopens after rich-lister’s $500k donation

'It’s an alternative to alcohol ... we want to show cannabis should be equally accepted.'

'I need to talk': What Pauline Hanna confided to friends before her death

The eye surgeon is accused of having strangled his wife then staging a suicide.