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Watch: Two arrested, evictions from Auckland FC match after fan confrontation
Fans from both sides were throwing cans at each other.
Gasfitter disciplined for installing a gas cooker in a bedroom, risking poisoning occupants
An authority deemed the seriousness of the gasfitter's offending as 'very high'.
Pedestrian critically injured after being hit by vehicle in Auckland
The pedestrian was taken to Auckland City Hospital in critical condition.
Luxury afloat: The $350m yacht making waves in Auckland
The IJE has been described as a floating palace.
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Mexican ‘tourist’ busted with $360k in cash and almost 14kg of meth
Man on three-month visa now faces years in NZ prison. The Crown has also taken his cash.
‘He grabbed me’: MP Shane Jones and wife in airport altercation with ‘angry’ man
Dot Jones says a member of the public grabbed her shoulder.
Winning Lotto locations revealed: One lucky Kiwi wins $1m Strike
Powerball will roll over to next week.
‘Incredible milestone’: Ōhiwa mussel restoration hits 45 million mark
A temporary two-year harvesting ban protects the mussel beds' recovery progress.
‘Her energy and enthusiasm was 100%‘: League stalwart, 80, steps down
For nearly 50 years, Jenny Nahu has been the glue that's held Bay rugby league together.
‘Cover-up’: Family demand answers after child sex offender’s prison death
Kingi Hemi died in Ngawha Prison in November. His cause of death remains unknown.
Huge 1250-home ‘urban village’ set to be fast-tracked in Auckland
Where will the new homes rise and who is the project's controversial co-director?
Blues outlast Hurricanes for first win since round three
The Blues banked a 19-18 win in a physical encounter.
‘Very impressed’: Sacred Satono shines in Elsdon Park win
Sacred Satono has now earned $655,578 from 30 starts, including seven wins.
Auckland FC draw against Western Sydney Wanderers
All the action from Auckland FC's clash with the Western Sydney Wanderers
‘All careers end in failure’: Finance guru on how to retire comfortably
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‘Critical condition’: Man hospitalised after Mt Wellington fight
One person taken to Auckland City Hospital, police inquiries into incident are ongoing.
Prop bags hat-trick as Moana Pasifika top Waratahs
Moana Pasifika overcame a 14-point halftime deficit.
Watch: ‘Out of control’ – Teen Jaguar driver’s dangerous rampage
Neurodiversity paired with lack of boundaries was partly blamed for ramming a police car.
Nearly 70 Auckland beaches unsafe for swimming after atmospheric river
Around 60 beaches have red flags; seven are black-flagged for severe risk.
Contractor left carrying can in Auckland Zoo loo design debate
Construction of accessible bathroom at Auckland Zoo triggers year-long standoff.
‘Disingenuous conduct’: Couple out of pocket after builder ran three years over schedule
Contractors had to be brought in to finish the job for an additional $130,000.
Settled weather for most after late-week deluge and rescue dramas
Some places received almost half a metre of rain in the late-week drencher.
Steven Joyce: Supermarkets should front-foot a break-up before legislators arrive
OPINION: The big challenge is a third player having enough scale to compete effectively.
Homicide investigation launched after fatal Manurewa stabbing
Police said a man was found critically injured with stab wounds overnight.
Who killed Ronny? Hunt for clues months after man’s body found
Ronnie Okeke was linked to 'Auckland's high-end money launderers' according to police.
‘Trust your teammates’: SAS veteran inspires Auckland FC ahead of A-League run-in
The former soldier was able to provide a unique perspective to the group of footballers.
Loving the alien: Life becomes art for transgender siblings in otherworldly new show
'You already stand out for being queer.'
Watch: Dua Lipa shocks Auckland fans with Neil Finn duet
Review: The pop star performed one of her 'favourite songs' with a true Kiwi icon.
‘Grab your warmest jacket’: Temps to plummet in south as heavy rain lifts in north
Dunedin experienced its highest temperature of the year on Friday.
Landlords exit Northland market as rents surge, tenants struggle
Landlords are exiting Northland's market due to rising costs like insurance.
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'Tonight, you’ll have a broken femur, arm haemorrhage, and head lacerations.'