Latest from North Shore

'I still can't believe this is actually real': North Shore family celebrating $30.2m Lotto win

The family bought the winning ticket at Albany Central Superette four weeks ago.

Police investigating after Beach Haven kitten's tail 'ripped off', threatening note left

'If they can hurt a cat like that ... they could hurt anyone.'

'Not once been caught': Gang associate who bragged about drug importation success is jailed

The former Head Hunters prospect found himself at the centre of a gang beef.

Community rallies around mother after kitten’s tail ‘ripped off’, threatening note left

A fundraiser has been launched to help cover the kitten's medical bills.

Five hurt in violence at North Shore beach suburb

The injured were assaulted and had items taken, police said.

Strong odour leads police to cannabis grow house in Auckland's North Shore, one arrested

It comes after 11 Vietnamese nationals were deported last month for growing cannabis.

Open home horror: Warning by police after ring worth $20k, vehicle stolen

Police said they are aware of a rise in thefts from open homes in Auckland.

Teen describes moment he stabbed stranger's neck at Auckland bus stop

“Oh f***, that’s no good," he recalled thinking as blood started spurting.

Ex state ward stole $140k BMW from Auckland dealership then led police on 200km/h joyride

Locked up as a child 23 hours a day in a small, stifling room, he's now back behind bars.

Female teacher at Auckland primary school accused of grooming, indecently assaulting child

'An investigation was launched after the matter was reported to police last month.'

What is Jellycat and why are there growing concerns about fakes?

Fans of the popular stuffed toy are checking the authenticity of their purchases.

'Incredibly valued' senior doctor dies at own Auckland hospital, ED faces disruption

The hospital considered diverting patients elsewhere after the death.

Opinion: 'Textbook racism' - we cannot tolerate intolerance in our hospitals

OPINION: This is patronising, condescending ... an infringement on basic human rights.

'Panicking': Vulnerable elderly left waiting for meals, medicine amid motorway closure

'I couldn’t actually work out a route that was going to work.'

Auckland daycare staffer fell ill from gas leak while cleaning out fridge, two others overcome

Those affected by the incident have been discharged from hospital.

'I have your puppy': Woman claims six weeks of phone harassment over missing dog

Nina said she has been subject to several weeks of harassment over the phone.

'Systems weaknesses': Intimate patient procedures carried out by students, trainees

The report pointed towards weaknesses in the system across the country.

Four-hour Auckland motorway closure 'excessive' but 'difficult situation' for police – ex-mayor

The AA says the closure must have been 'extraordinarily frustrating' for motorists.