Car fall victim had tried to flee moving car in past, 14yo witness says at manslaughter trial
Katelyn Rua-Tuhou had a history of fleeing moving vehicles when drunk, defence claims.
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Motorists face lengthy delays after a car burst into flames on SH16.
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Three police cars were wrecked and three motorway lines were closed during the incident.
Brothers Beer liquidation: Major bank among creditors owed money
The pre-pandemic business was popular and expanded hospitality outlets from one to seven.
Airport baggage handler admits he was part of crime syndicate accused of $50m meth import scheme
Kimela Piukana helped divert the illicit bundles from overseas commercial flights.
Assistant principal offered students sex toys at school
Seelan Ramiah abused his position of authority for his own sexual gratification.
Police investigating ‘unexplained death’ in Whangaparāoa
A woman was found unresponsive at around 8pm last night.
GP sounds alarm over hospital delays: ‘We don’t know what the real wait time is’
Patients are told they'll be seen in six weeks, but wait months.
'Headed in right direction': Police Minister, Commissioner say crime is falling in downtown Akl
Foot patrols in the central city
Precinct Properties' $300m-plus Auckland splurge
Plans for 350 apartments at Downtown Carpark, a further 500 on Queen St, more in Mt Eden.
'It's not safe': Auckland residents demand more cops in city
Auckland residents are getting frustrated at the lack of protection in the CBD.
'Cynical': Passengers fume at Jetstar's ’low speed‘ claim after tarmac emergency
A counselling service has been set up for passengers on the affected flight.
Three police cars damaged in fleeing driver incident that closed three Northern Motorway lanes
Three southbound lanes just after Tristram Ave are blocked.
Whai Rawa vs Parnell Terraces: Appeal Court rules for Māori leasehold landowner
Apartment owners' body corporate chairman expressed disappointment with the decision.
Man recalls moment partner opened door on motorway and fell to her death
Prosecution says kidnap and manslaughter accused is suffering selective amnesia.
Person found critically injured on South Auckland street
Police were called to Langiola Dr, helped take someone to hospital with serious injuries.
'Doesn't want to wear his shoes in public': Boy threatened with weapon at bus station
An AT boss says the aggressive incidents are 'really horrible for everyone involved'.
Armed shoplifter accused of assaulting Auckland Airport retailer
Woman who allegedly stole $1400 of goods arrested by cops patrolling the area.
Tāmaki Makaurau will be lighting up for Matariki
Auckland's city centre will see its largest-scale Matariki lighting installations ever
Letters: Shaping Auckland stadium debate; junking the PM's junket
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Audit raised issues at council pool weeks before preschooler's near-drowning
Doctor who helped saved boy's life has raised 'serious concerns' about pool safety.
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Murderer ditched post-prison ankle bracelet before fatal robbery in West Auckland park
Victim remembered by his family for having an infectious laugh and gift of the gab.
'Nightmare': Apartment tower residents go without power for two days
Elderly people stuck on upper levels relied on neighbours for food and water.
Long weekend traffic builds as holidaymakers return home
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'Don't call police or we'll come back': Gangsters attack man in violent home invasion
Police later seized Daniel Natua's gang patch and gun cache after raiding his home.
Struck-off lawyer implies PM supported his comeback
However, Christopher Luxon's office said it knew nothing about the case.
Kiwi remains in Bangkok after breaking back, neck during Singapore flight
The man said there was no time to put his seatbelt on before the plane plunged.
Wealthy property investor on gun charge arrested after Ferrari incident
The man is also on domestic violence charges, Herald inquiries reveal.
Auckland Council must pay $803k for CRL tunnel running under part of valuable site
Cost awards now out in compulsory acquisition case for land owned by YMCA North Inc.
Jetstar flight turned back after ‘significant turbulence’
It's the second aircraft flown by the carrier to encounter flight troubles this week.
'Tower of Ōtara': Rickety backyard structure sparks safety concerns
The ramshackle tower has become 'like a tourist attraction'.
'False prophet': State caregiver created cult, twisted doomsday religious doctrine to molest boy
He was charged in 2022 with exploiting his positon of trust over 15 years earlier.
Warnings about pyramid scammer's new investment scheme
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