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Top Auckland restaurant struck by bold oyster thief
Security footage captured the woman's brazen daylight act.

Billionaire and NBA star behind new Auckland stadium proposal
A new stadium backed by high-profile Kiwis is one of three proposals being considered.

Popular Auckland restaurants expanding to Wellington’s Golden Mile
Restaurateur says he's 'optimistic but apprehensive' about opening in the capital.

Man, 52, arrested after six electric vehicles vandalised with spray paint in Auckland
Some vandalised vehicles were towed after spray paint damage left them undriveable.

More Teslas targeted by paint pest, police probe after six cars damaged in one night
Owners believe the attacks are protests against Tesla's CEO Elon Musk.

‘Absolutely gutted’: Electric vehicles targeted with spray paint in Auckland
The incidents come after Molotov cocktails were allegedly thrown at a US Tesla dealership.

Public invited to see first Maungārongo apartments
A third of the 65 units have sold in this tough market. Invitations may mean more sales.

Ex-Catholic teacher’s 40th sex abuse conviction emerges as another victim steps forward
The former Marist Brother has already been sentenced three times for preying on children.

Auckland Rainbow Parade: Destiny Church members disrupt march, perform haka
The group went through barricades despite a large police presence.

Bright ideas for the weekend, from the Lantern Festival to Manu World Champs and the Big Gay Out
No weekend plans? Here are eight things to do in Auckland and a few things for the future.

‘Still no sign’: Family searched all night for boy missing from school since Friday morning
'We pray you come home to your family safely.'

Scams inspire Valentine’s Day stinky florist pop-up shop
The average romance scam victim is losing about $13,500, bank says.

Friends mourn sudden death of music industry figure, women’s advocate
Tributes flow for passionate champion of same-sex marriages and women's rights

‘Why should we apologise?’: Ponsonby eatery reacts to food poisoning claims
A family reported severe food poisoning after dining on January 28.

Former SPQR owner declared bankrupt
The business owes more than $2 million to Inland Revenue, ANZ and other creditors.

Auckland man faces charges after alleged incidents in upmarket suburbs
Police say the man allegedly punched two people at separate points on Ponsonby Rd.

Flagship rising: Rodd & Gunn opening Lodge bar, restaurant in Pompallier on Ponsonby
Bar and dining concept at Commercial Bay and Queenstown will be extended to Ponsonby.

Legendary Auckland restaurant SPQR's replacement name revealed
It promises to be 'a feast for the senses, with a high-end drink and food offering'.

Franklin Road lights up for Christmas
Homes along Franklin Road in Auckland have once again adorned their properties with Christmas lights, running between the 7th and 24th of December. Video / NZ Herald

Opinion: Rebuilding the buzz of Auckland's hospitality sector
OPINION: Aucklanders have shown they’re willing to come out and connect with each other.

Josephine Bartley: Auckland's new alcohol policy explained – changes to when, where you can buy
OPINION: Alcohol-related crime and disorder is at its worst between 9pm and 1am.