New ZealandStrength of blast blew staff into second pipeWorkers will be kept away from the site of a watermain explosion if monitoring finds any gas.06 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandFatal explosion still a mysteryThe cause of a gas explosion in south Auckland which claimed the life of a 48-year-old woman on Saturday is still unknown, despite police completing their forensic examination at the scene.06 Jun 05:45 AM
New ZealandFresh gas alert shuts pipeline blast site againThe site of Saturday's explosion was closed again last night after workers smelled gas.05 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandSmell of gas before explosionA woman was killed and six men left with injuries similar to those sustained by "landmine" victims while inspecting work on a water pipe in Auckland's Onehunga yesterday.04 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandSleep in saves life - off to buy LottoRamon Milner slept through his alarm yesterday morning - and the lie-in could have saved his life.04 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandWoman killed in Onehunga blastThe explosion at a construction site in the Auckland suburb of Onehunga has killed one person, a 48-year old woman, and left six others injured.04 Jun 07:43 AM
PropertyCourt some character in OnehungaDecorative plaster ceilings, carefully crafted joinery, leadlight windows ... this villa's intricate detailing and history charm.29 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandGas bottle explosion triggers emergency service calloutEmergency services are responding to reports of an explosion in the Auckland suburb of Onehunga.26 Apr 05:31 AM
New ZealandRugby fans to test Cup rail changesKingsland-to-Britomart trains will use both lines to quickly clear Eden Park.17 Feb 04:30 PM
ConstructionOpponents say Royal Oak Warehouse bid threatens local businessWayne Thompson Shops serving neighbourhoods in Onehunga, Royal Oak and Greenwoods Corner are threatened by a bid to build The Warehouse's latest store, say business owners and residents.16 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandFighter jet plan still waiting to take offA Soviet-era MiG-21 jet fighter sits idly outside a commercial building in Onehunga four months after it was to have been hoisted on to the roof of the building.13 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandMan tasered after attack on police A man has been shot with a taser and sprayed with pepper spray after he attacked police with a spiked metal bar this morning. The man had been shadowed by a police helicopter for nearly half and hour as he sped through Auckland in a stolen11 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandDriver jailed for at least 3 years for manslaughterA disqualified driver who killed two passengers as he fled from police in Auckland last year was today jailed for at least three years.07 Feb 11:53 PM
LifestyleSetting the wheels in motionExercise, fresh air and new perspectives await those who venture on to Auckland's off-road cycleways, writes Kirsten Warner.04 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandFair cop? Motorist snaps 'officer' on phone"Do as I say, not as I do", was in the mind of a man who claims to have seen a police officer talking on his cellphone while driving.27 Jan 04:30 PM
TravelUnder the volcanoesAuckland is home to more than 50 volcanic cones and craters. Diana Clement explores just a few.14 Jan 04:30 PM
SportSix of the best: Public swimming poolsGet some exercise at an outdoor pool. Pack a picnic, take the kids and make a day of it.03 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandElderly man found critically injured on streetAn elderly man is being taken to hospital in a critical condition after being found on a street in Onehunga.11 Nov 08:09 PM