'Like wraparound westie sunglasses': Tower scoops national architecture award
It's robust and low-maintenance, built to withstand the very severe coastal environment.
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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.
Editorial: Mayor is right to propose charging motorists a congestion fee
OPINION: Billing motorists to drive at rush hour has been discussed for years.
Body found in water off Waiheke Island
Police are making inquiries and are currently treating the death as unexplained.
Dirty Laundry gets an airing at Q Theatre
Show director Fez Faanana speaks about Dirty Laundry, the latest drag burlesque circus show to hit Auckland's Q Theatre. Video / Carson Bluck
Judge warns abusive woman - 'You are in no position to lay down conditions to Corrections'
The woman attacked two people who came to her rescue after she was thrown from a car.
Environment Court allows $300m Bayswater marina apartment scheme
The original plans for a 250-residence scheme have been cut savagely to 64 units today.
Auckland father fled robbers by climbing over balcony before plunging to death - Crown
Hand prints suggested Joesph Tahana hung from a balcony ledge before falling.
Wayne Brown reveals which motorists could avoid paying $5 motorway congestion charge
Schoolchildren should have choices other than the motorway, says Wayne Brown.
Search for person who fell off rocks at Piha beach
The police's Eagle helicopter is being used to help search for the person in the water.
Car fire on Southern Motorway: Delays expected for northbound traffic
The fire has left a car almost completely charred just near the Princes St ramps.
Recount results in: Tāmaki Makaurau, Mt Albert winners declared
Te Pāti Māori wins Tāmaki Makaurau to confirm a record six MPs in Parliament.
KiwiRail issues apology after Te Huia stoppage strands passengers, causes wide disruption
Auckland Transport say most trains are now within a few minutes of the timetable.
6yo boy in coma after hit-and-run, whānau pray for full recovery
Major's brothers 'all saw him get hit so they are not good', says his uncle.
Auckland gang shooting: 24-year-old charged with Charles Pongi's murder
The 32-year-old was shot at the Taurima Reserve in August.
Which National League football clubs are pushing young Kiwi talent the most?
Revealed: Which National League clubs give teenage footballers the most and least time.
'Dominos falling' - receivers selling 11 unfinished Auckland apartment blocks
'Wake-up call for anyone pushing the Auckland intensify agenda.'