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'I take all my dates there': Comedian Itay Dom's favourite spots in Auckland

Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

'Our life has been consumed': Remuera couple's six-year legal fight over 'defective' reno

The builder successfully sued the couple after they refused to pay their bills.

Watch: Kiwi released on Waiheke Island for first time

Waiheke Island is the first urban area in Auckland where kiwi have been released.

Surgeons protest ‘harsh’ assessment process, accuse advocates of intimidation

A mesh harm advocate said she was stunned by the accusations.

'Insufficient evidence': Woman claims police botched probe into alleged abduction

Two women claim they were kidnapped by several men in a van - who remain in the community.

'Scared to death': Former Auck teacher running Cook Islands tour accused of risking lives

A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a tour operator.

$15 million remains up for grabs, two players $500,000 richer

Three players shared the must win Strike jackpot taking home $500,000.

'Had to weather the storm': Moana Pasifika top Blues

All the action as Moana Pasifika beat the Blues at North Harbour Stadium.

'Armed police, open the door': Cinema cleared as officers sweep mall; man arrested, one on run

Members of the public in the area are advised to follow instructions from police officers.

Threats at renowned architecture firm: Ex-worker learns fate, now eyeing law school

Woman hears fate in court, after threats that saw firm go into lockdown, staff sent home.

Russia and Ukraine strike deal, Manhunt continues in South Auckland | NZ Herald News Update

Russia and Ukraine come to an agreement, Police continue to search for a man following an incident in Papakura yesterday. Wild weather is on the way. Video / NZ Herald

From chemo to corsets: Auckland pinup star prepares for final bow

Kiwi pinup queen won't be defined by ill health, but 30th pageant will be her last.

Sir Roger Hall at 86: Can the man with the Midas touch still spin box-office gold?

A love letter to Auckland, End of Summer Time brings Dickie Hart back to the stage.

Exclusive: Peter Burling on Team NZ exit, success and what's next

Team NZ confirmed last month that they would be moving forward without Burling.

'Disruptive' change: Andy Coster’s new role in reshaping social sector funding

Andy Coster says his agency will not manage the new social investment fund for long.

'Very tight': Builders struggle in Northland's falling market

New building consents in the region dropped 31% in the year to March 2025.

Editorial: All Blacks tests at risk of being an event for the well-heeled

Opinion: The Boks at Eden Park is one of those games you want to take your children to.

Simon Wilson: How dense is your love? Confronting the Auckland housing crisis

OPINION: Density done well, speed rules, new road layouts and writers come to town.