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Simon Wilson's Love this City: Auckland Council's nightmare debate about Western Springs

OPINION: Auckland newsletter Love this City unpicks the council's Western Springs debate.

Pensioner who lost $158k gets bank refund after woman's 'spending spree'

Andrew Che Sit Bong, 78, lost his savings due to a single-digit mistake.

From music to comedy: How to make the most of this weekend

There’s so much happening in Tāmaki Makaurau, it’s a bona fide arts and culture bonanza.

Auckland bus stop killing: Mum honours 'brilliant, gentle' son

A memorial service for the student will be held at St Johns Bush, Auckland, on Monday.

Weather woes easing: 'Plenty of sunshine' forecast to bring relief to NZ

Heavy rain and winds are easing across Aotearoa this weekend.

25yo mum fights for time with kids after cancer spreads to brain

Misty Paniora, 25, is battling terminal cancer but wants to see her kids' milestones.

'Bit of a wake-up call': Blues bounce back with big win

The Blues claimed a bonus-point win to get their season back on track.

Why an Auckland art event ended in costly damage and legal drama

Repairs cost $3440, covered by the gallery’s insurance, with no excess payment.

Bus driver stood down after alleged assault leads to death

Police say the two men had previously interacted with each other.

Butter blowout: The $12 block hitting your wallet

Economist warns prices may keep climbing.

Selwyn state of emergency lifted as flood recovery begins

Kiwis are counting the cost after wild weather tore across the country yesterday.

Double-murder trial aborted after just one day

He was also accused of plotting to kill his former landlord.

On The Up: How Auckland gym gave UFC fighter a second chance

'Styles don’t just make fights, they make coaching pairings and gym cultures the same way'

Police Minister wants crackdown on Northland gangs, dirt bike riders

Mark Mitchell heard about key crime problems in Northland, and offered some solutions.

'Trailblazer': NZME to launch dedicated country music station

iHeartCountry New Zealand will feature global stars like Morgan Wallen and Keith Urban.

Agents fined $35,000 after vendor suffers $73,000 loss on sale

The Real Estate Agents Disciplinary Tribunal ruling is seen as an unusual case.

Manhunt for driver after fatal crash overnight in central Auckland

The crash left one driver dead and a passenger in critical condition.

Jamie Beaton’s Crimson buys Being AI’s school in Takapuna, reveals more bricks-and-mortar plans

The troubled Being AI slims down.