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Pop star to prison: Pat Urlich covertly filmed teen having shower
Urlich, 62, was sprung when the teen girl noticed a light through the bathroom window.
Auckland Council pays secret seven-figure settlement after new-build home demolished
The house had been built to the roof line but was torn down due to structural concerns.
'We’re very close': Luxon reveals plan to meet with Peters, Seymour together in coming days
Peters says a 'few more hours' needed before coalition agreement finalised.
Proposed surf park estimated to bring $600m boost for Auckland
The proposed Auckland Surf Park is currently in the final consenting stage.
Watch: Bus with three young passengers crashes through Māngere property
Four people were on the vehicle when it crashed.
Hooking up again: Virgin Australia and Air NZ get cosy on the Tasman again
Codeshare makes it easier for Virgin passengers to fly around Aotearoa.
Body in the water: Police probe mystery Waiheke death
Vehicle was about 14km from where body was found.
Tennis super couple ready to juggle parental duties for Auckland visit
The fortnight presents an unusual challenge for the couple, who have an infant daughter
Midnight Oil frontman Peter Garrett to headline free Waitangi @ Waititi concert
The indigenous rights campaigner will perform at the West Auckland concert.
Top female building apprentice urges others to give it a go
Jess Nielsen has reached new heights as a female apprentice.
From butcher to hotel-maker: The Kiwi boss at global giant Marriott
And the connection he'd like to make with the All Blacks.
Woman gets record prison term in '$18m' money laundering case
The Judge stayed the sentence by 10 days on humanitarian grounds.
The Marriott's plans for the future of NZ hotels
Marriott area VP Sean Hunt speaks about Auckland's JW Marriott renovations and future plans for New Zealand hotels. Video / Alyse Wright / Drew Petrimoulx
'Possible this week': David Seymour says deputy PM role under discussion
There are still policy differences yet to be settled, Luxon has stated today.
'Like wraparound westie sunglasses': Tower scoops national architecture award
It's robust and low-maintenance, built to withstand the very severe coastal environment.
Te Pae: Piha surf lifeguard tower a winner
This unusual-looking west coast tower has won a national architecture award. Video / Crosson Architects
Race nothing to do with pursuit of unpaid levies - tribunal
The owner said neighbours also owed levies and were not pursued, but one only owed a cent.
Is the $2m foreign buyer tax a gremlin in coalition talks?
You, and hopeful foreign buyers, might be surprised what $2m gets you.
Section of Southern motorway reopens after crash causes five-hour closure
Motorists were diverted via Great South Rd through Papakura and Drury.
Herne Bay Richlister's boatshed, tree works, pool plans prompt High Court action
Waterfront tree tussle has competing property owners in court.
House fires in Mt Roskill, Henderson: Person taken to hospital with serious injuries
Firefighters have responded to a fire on Mt Albert Rd and another on Edmonton Rd.
Albany bus station killing: 16-year-old murder-accused battles to keep name secret
The teen denies carrying out the killing that shocked commuters on September 18.
Congestion on Auckland's Southern Motorway
A section of Auckland’s Southern Motorway is expected to remain closed for several hours after a serious crash between a truck, van and car. Video / Supplied
Queen St homicide: Man wanted by police hands himself in, appears in court
Sione Tuuholoaki, 26, was shot on Queen St and died from his injuries in hospital.
Activities such as swimming, fishing, and paddling can now resume
Rāhui following sewage leak into Waitematā Harbour lifted by iwi.
‘Great loss’: Auckland rugby league clubrooms burn to ground, police investigating
Life member who coached SBW says treasured photos of his family have been lost.
'Ludicrous' and 'unfair': What locals think about road-pricing idea for Tauranga
$5 a trip in Auckland? What Tauranga's answer to congestion charging might cost.
New ships and cruise routes coming to NZ and Australia in 2024
More and more cruise lines and ships are heading our way for the first time.
Auckland beachgoers rejoice: Beaches safe to swim at after major sewage leak
Swimming, fishing, and paddling can now resume as the country begins to heat up
TV adverts highlight growing up in Aotearoa
Māori play features whānau, aroha and the world of advertising.
'I study viruses, I grow them, and then I find drugs to kill them'
Natalie Netzler wins Cranwell Medal for Māori approach to Covid.
Border alert, warrants issued for disbarred lawyer accused of money laundering
Victim angry alleged mule did not have to surrender his passport to when given bail.