'My baby!': Protective mother shielded 3yo as masked strangers invaded motel room, swinging bat
The attack stopped only after the bat split in two.
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Person seriously injured after fight near central Auckland train station
Police say the offender fled the scene after the incident and is on the run.
Shooting of man in Auckland shocks neighbourhood
Police investigating after three men assaulted a man before a shot was fired at a bar.
Watch: Beggar with alleged scam ‘I’m pregnant’ back story is confronted in carpark
A beggar who allegedly scammed locals across the North Island has been roughed up.
‘Lucky no one was hurt’: SailGP team’s close call ahead of Auckland event
The NZ flight controller put the incident down to hitting 'something small in the water'.
Armed police arrest shirtless man after car spiked in late-night Auckland pursuit
The pursuit ended on Tuarangi Rd, where the man was handcuffed.
Take a hike: Public transport set to get more expensive for Aucklanders
Auckland Transport is increasing fares across services and stripping off-peak discounts.
Watch: Auckland teen lands monster 52kg tuna on jetski
The jetski tilted on the ride home due to the fish's weight.
Auckland’s tallest office, apartment tower planned for downtown carpark site
Details revealed in application approved under new Fast-Track Approvals act.
Second shooting overnight in Auckland, shot fired in feud outside restaurant
Three people have been taken into custody following a firearms incident.
Auckland teen reels in 52kg tuna on jetski in Hauraki Gulf
Hector de Mornac, 18, caught a 52kg yellowfin tuna from a jetski on Wednesday by Little Barrier Island. Video/ gonefishing3797 Youtube
Terraced house hellfire: New builds in Akl overheating due to poor design
Construction experts say overheating is difficult to mitigate once a house is built.
Team ruled out of SailGP Auckland due to issue with new boat
France were expected to make their season debut at the Auckland regatta.
The great equaliser?: What data shows about key change in SailGP’s Auckland debut
'The scattering of where people had things set is still huge'
Incoming rainmaker to sweep over Auckland, Northland
Heavy rain could also plague the Hawke's Bay and Gisborne on Tuesday.
Cheap drug slashes risk of bone fractures, ‘astonishing’ Kiwi trial discovers
The significant findings could help people avoid bone density problems in older age.
Suppressed details of abuse victims published on Justice website in ‘serious’ privacy breach
A mass audit of thousands of decisions is now under way after the privacy slip-up.
‘Appalling’: Thieves steal $75k worth of safety fences
More than 60 panels were uprooted from on top of a newly built retaining wall.
‘Driver error’ the cause of a car crash that killed three people
A couple from Hamilton and a man from Auckland died in the 2022 crash.
Why Kiwi switched from SailGP champions to cellar dwellers
Dodson is the only Kiwi athlete to have hoisted the SailGP championship.
Social media influencer outed as serial sex offender
The former socialite had maintained suppression despite having been in prison since 2022.
‘A lot to get right’: SailGP trials major change ahead of Auckland debut
The new format could have a big impact on future racing, but won't be used this weekend.
Crane barge set to lift and recover boat wreck in Kawau Bay
The two fishermen onboard made it to a nearby yacht.
Luke Combs at Eden Park: Train closures and everything you need to know
Country fans heading to Eden Park will be hoping when it rains it doesn’t pour.
‘Incredibly frustrated’: Auckland rail replacement bus stuck at crossing despite train freeze
'Absolutely puts me off public transport,' said frustrated commuter.
Zuru going into ex-Spark HQ on Victoria St West
200 staff will shift next month but later this year 250 will be in new HQ.
Helicopters, firefighters back West Auckland blaze 12 hrs after starting
Seven people were rescued by lifesavers after being trapped by fire yesterday.
Do the Black Foils have an advantage in Auckland SailGP event?
Kiwis favoured in Auckland SailGP; home advantage key for Burling and team.
Busy Auckland road to have more works done after year of disruption from changes
Auckland Transport is installing traffic lights at the Meola Rd/Garnet Rd roundabout.
Letters: Politics trumps massive public interest in Treaty bill
OPINION: 'In the real world, political pragmatism and expediency will always win.'
Society Insider: Ridge flees LA before birth; Akl‘s royal visitor; rich flock to Coutts’ SailGP
Sally Ridge arrives in LA for new grandson's arrival, helps Jaime flee from the fires.
Devonport $400m intensification plan fast-track application: New apartments, shops, offices
Major intensification plans show the Devonport spots in line for change.
Seven people rescued after fire traps them at West Auckland beach
Emergency services were alerted to the fire at Anawhata Beach, near Piha, about 5.30pm.
‘Can’t go on’: Boy allegedly terrorises North Shore suburb, police prioritising public safety
Police were working through 'a number of processes' with partner agencies.