'Rather unfortunate series of events': Auckland Council car seized by courts for unpaid speeding fine
A council staff member got a $110 speeding fine, never paid it; so courts seized the car.
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Police hunt for man after pro-Palestine protester hit with metal rod
The incident occurred at a protest in Auckland yesterday evening.
Building consents show new apartments well down in November
Big drop in new dwellings consented but stats are volatile.
Worker critically injured in Takanini incident involving shipping container
Emergency services were called to Rangi Rd at 9.41am, a police spokesperson said.
Funds needed for overseas treatment for Whangārei yachtie
Marcel Syron still has no use of his legs and limited use of his fingers and hands.
'A joke' - Kiwi victim of $100,000 scam refuses $2000 ‘goodwill payment’ by ASB
Nearly six month after scam reported, police are yet to interview the alleged mule.
Who killed Jane Furlong? Baffling cold case still unsolved
Jane Furlong was murdered in 1993; police appeal again for info on those responsible.
China Construction Bank's mortgagee sale: 33 units go for $25m+
The bank put places up for mortgagee sale via JLL last year, a sign of repayment distress.
UFC star Israel Adesanya avoids drink-driving conviction
He pleaded guilty at his first appearance in September.
Lane of Auckland's Southern Motorway blocked by crash, congestion building
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is asking motorists to pass with care and expect delays.
Up or down? What new agency figures tell us about Auckland's housing market
'Median sales price at $1,045,000 was the highest for any month in 2023.' - Peter Thompson
Anglicans get court order to end Parnell City Lodge lease
Anglican Diocese gets court orders to cancel contract.
Auckland couple to spend $12.2m Lotto win on 'sensible stuff'
The couple spent the new year processing the news that will change their lives
Two more charged with participating in gang brawl, five months after Head Hunter's death
Seven people now face various charges.
'Immense sorrow': Brother witnesses sea tragedy, family bereft after 19-year-old drowns
Hiran Joseph is being remembered as 'a lovely boy just starting his life'.
Watch: Two-year-old steals the show at ASB Classic
The spotlight quickly turned from tennis pros to a pint-sized sensation.
NZ's best rugby school revealed: Westlake and Southland Boys' snubbed
An Auckland school is deemed to be the best at rugby in New Zealand and third worldwide.
Manurewa shooting: Single gunshot killed one, left another fighting for life in unsolved attack
A single shotgun blast through a car window left two men critical, with one later dying.
Watch: Close encounter - 10-year-old's shark shock on Hauraki Gulf
A spate of shark sightings and encounters have already made headlines this summer.
Hottest day of summer sees country hit 34C: 'Cry mercy' says Niwa with more scorchers to come
Auckland to reach highs of 27C, 26C every day till next Monday. High humidity to return.
Juicy Fest: Promoter apologises for any trouble but said gang patches were banned
Hip-hop festival promoter hoped gang issues hadn't tarnished show's reputation.
Maggie Barry denies abusing Air NZ crew member
Air NZ says she stalled the flight by 40 minutes. She says it was a misunderstanding.
New boss, gambling probes for $1.3b gaming giant SkyCity
It's been 12 weeks now since the company said Michael Ahearne is going. Who's taking over?
Would you pay $95 for 24 pieces of sushi? What it's like in a tennis corporate box
The event is one tournament where you can dine and drink being courtside.
Charges filed against man accused of speeding off in $50,000 police car, then crashing it
The alleged joyride only lasted minutes before a crash that injured another motorist.
Pair seriously injured after dirt bike crashes with minivan
The rider and their passenger are in a stable condition in hospital.
$26m buyer reneges on third Auckland house deal: What the sellers did
First, he failed to settle North Shore properties. Then, he did the same in Herne Bay.
Pain tactics, Tory Whanau gets fit and Sky Tower science | Focus Morning Bulletin January 9, 2024
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Tactical use of pain: Call for urgent change as police arrest tactics, especially against Māori, revealed
Police say the use of force is always proportionate to the situation and a last resort.
On edge and hoping for a ‘normal year’: Top five retail priorities for 2024
Industry players say 2024 will be a test for businesses and consumers.
Fan favourite Monfils loses opening-round epic
It was an unbelievable match and might not be topped this week.
No home detention for teen in brutal machete attack amid Comancheros, Head Hunters tensions
The victim was already writhing in pain on the ground, having been hit by their car.
Police car stolen, crashed into two cars minutes later in South Auckland
Sections of Great South Rd and Alfriston Rd in Manurewa are closed due to the crash.
Juicy Fest: Gang member bites off part of man's ear at hip-hop festival
Police confirm man received medical treatment for 'injuries to ear'.