CrimeHomeless at 15, in prison at 16: Killer Beez member gets home detention after drive-by shootingsThe gang warfare in November 2020 terrorised Ōtara over the course of a day.08 Dec 04:14 AM
New ZealandThree arrests after Toa Samoa celebrations shut down Ōtara town centreLarge numbers of fans gathered in Ōtara last night.25 Nov 09:04 PM
TalanoaOpinion: Proud to be Samoan and what Toa Samoa has done to inspire us allToa Samoa has united Samoans around the world and inspired a new generation.19 Nov 08:52 PM
TalanoaToa Samoa fans gracious in defeat as Australia wins RLWC finalOtara's dedicated fan zone for Toa Samoa fans has seen a huge night already.19 Nov 04:15 PM
TalanoaMore fan zones set up ahead of Samoa and Australia Rugby League World Cup finalMore official fan zone events have been announced ahead of Samoa and Australia final.16 Nov 10:44 PM
CrimeKiller Beez gang member who terrorised community with daylight drive-bys jailedResidents described extreme terror as bullets lodged in their homes.07 Nov 09:07 PM
TalanoaLifu Petelo Mua'au will bring his Samoan cultural upbringing to South AucklandNew South Auckland cop wants to use his culture to heal whānau.03 Nov 05:13 AM
New ZealandBlack Power defence: Murder accused said endangering gang president akin to death warrantJurors found Timothy Huriwaka guilty of manslaughter instead of murder.22 Sep 03:11 AM
New ZealandSerious crash in Flat Bush involving vehicles and cyclist, truck rolls in ŌtaraRoads are closed after both crashes.17 Sep 12:51 AM
New ZealandAbandoned Ōtara building on fireThe building was 'well involved' in the fire when Fenz arrived.13 Sep 04:41 AM
New ZealandDeserving school wins new basketball courtSir Edmund Hillary Collegiate students were 'over the moon, jumping around' over the win.13 Sep 01:53 AM
Crime'A score to settle': Murder defendant stewed in jail for a year before revenge attempt, prosecutors sayAnother man has already pleaded guilty to pulling the trigger that night.12 Sep 04:52 AM
New ZealandŌtara baby death: Defendant's overseas parents fear banishment from village, court toldThe defendant's mother said she fears villagers will burn her house down.09 Sep 04:10 AM
New ZealandAnother Killer Beez gang member pleads guilty to sloppy revenge plot that terrorised ŌtaraMultiple homes were shot at, including neighbours of the intended targets.07 Sep 04:05 AM
CrimeKiller Beez member admits drive-by shootings spurred by stolen patchPaul Cassidy pleaded guilty to shooting at homes on three Ōtara streets.23 Aug 11:12 PM
New ZealandMan pleads not guilty to murder following death of infant in South AucklandThe infant was taken to Watford Medical Centre in May with critical injuries.13 Jul 12:19 AM
New ZealandPatch revenge: Prison for Killer Beez member who choreographed gang warfareGang members arrived from as far as the South Island to participate, authorities said.04 Jul 10:43 PM
KahuŌtara-inspired bar wows patrons in FranceA bar in Nice is being noticed on social media for its connections to New Zealand.01 Jul 07:43 AM
New ZealandMurder charge laid a month after South Auckland baby deathNew charge after infant with critical injuries dies at South Auckland medical centre.22 Jun 08:58 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidate Efeso Collins wants more cops on the beatTo go hard on crime, you have to go hard on poverty, says Collins.20 Jun 08:00 AM
KahuPlea from residents: 'Stop destroying Ōtara'"We need spiritual weapons, the greatest being prayer."14 Jun 06:36 AM
New ZealandAuckland shootings: Man arrested after car shot at in Māngere BridgePolice were called to shootings in Māngere Bridge, Favona, Massey and Ōtara yesterday.10 Jun 07:44 PM
New ZealandFire crews, police responding to 'suspicious' house fire in ŌtaraPolice: No indication anyone has been injured.06 Jun 03:28 AM
New ZealandMan charged with ram raid spree at two different Auckland mallsThe 20-year-old is alleged to have nabbed thousands of dollars worth of jewellery.05 Jun 11:37 PM
New ZealandArmed Offenders assist police in Otara search warrant arrestsThe Armed Offenders Squad assisted as a precaution.05 Jun 07:25 AM
New ZealandHomicide inquiry launched after baby dies in OtaraA baby with critical injuries was taken to a medical centre in Otara.27 May 03:44 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The feud is deeply personal': What police are doing behind the scenes to quell gang warAnalysis - Hard slog for police to stop war between the Killer Beez and Tribesmen gangs.25 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandGang feud shootings: 'Indiscriminate and reckless' use of guns, communities' safety disrespectedPolice responded to shooting incidents in at least seven Auckland suburbs overnight.24 May 08:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEvidence of unharnessed contractors at fatal heights 'disturbs' new Auckland port CEO, worker lost legFresh safety concerns after fourth death in five years at Auckland port.14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan admits four South Auckland drive-by shootings in five daysMichael Crawford also pleaded guilty to having explosives, AK-47-type rifle: no one hurt.10 May 11:14 PM
Talanoa'Big Poppa': Ōtara youth worker Allan Va'a rememberedSouth Aucklanders are honouring the life of dedicated youth worker Allan Va'a.15 Apr 09:10 PM
New ZealandOne person dead in South Auckland crashEmergency teams are at the scene on Hills Rd in Ōtara .02 Apr 08:47 AM
KahuNgāpuhi Antarctic adventurer Busby Noble laid to rest at MangamukaBusby Noble became a celebrity overseas after his exploits on the frozen continent.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAntarctic adventurer Busby Noble has diedHero of South Auckland dies, a decade after incredible Antarctic journey.24 Mar 05:51 AM
