Embattled NZ Breakers guard Corey Webster has admitted he's scared of the hip surgery that will keep him off the court for the rest

Ethnic restaurants in Auckland are taking the cooking from the kitchen to the dining table.

A luxury penthouse that once played host to America's Next Top Model has changed hands for $7 million more than two years after being listed for sale.

Aimee Spicer had been waiting for an engagement ring for three years - but when she was finally given one, it wasn't what she expected.

An elderly woman has died from injuries after being hit by a car in Takapuna this evening.

Basketballer Corey Webster has had his bail conditions changed so he can have a beer with his family on Christmas Day.

The 23-year-old Takapuna woman who died in Indonesia is being remembered as a "vibrant, friendly, free spirit who loved life".

A 23-year-old Takapuna woman has been identified as the Kiwi who died when a Contiki minivan crashed off a cliff in South Lombok.

Upgraded lighting is just one of the improvements in this refurbished 1970s home, writes Penny Lewis

The manager of the Auckland daycare centre where a 4-year-old died recently says teachers were supervising the playground when the "tragic accident" happened.

The head of an Auckland daycare where a child died is speaking out for the first time.

The head of an Auckland daycare where a child died is speaking out for the first time.

The 4-year-old boy who died while playing on a playground at his Takapuna daycare in Auckland has been farewelled in India tonight.

A 4-year-old boy who died at his Auckland daycare on Friday has been described as a "little angel" at a prayer service held in his memory today.

The young boy killed in a tragic accident at an Auckland daycare centre has been described as your typical 4-year-old who loved making friends.

Students at an Auckland school were 20 minutes into their history scholarship exam this morning before it was cancelled.

A series of minor crashes are causing traffic problems across parts of Auckland.

Landowners on three Auckland sites who were told to hurry up or lose fast-track building rights 16 months ago have sat by while land values have skyrocketed.

A large diesel spill at Takapuna's Lake Pupuke has raised concerns for birds and wildlife.

Australian retail, a gourmet grocer, another retail floor, big seismic upgrade and apartments are possible for Takapuna's Shore City.

Eerie image shows double-murder accused at spot where he allegedly buried his victims after taking undercover cop to the spot.

Hundreds of Takapuna parking spaces could soon become homes and businesses in a major project being lined up for Auckland's North Shore.

Former America's Cup skipper Chris Dickson upsets neighbours by cutting down mature pohutukawa - just days after the trees lost protection.

The campaign to turn Takapuna's caravan park into a marina has more outrageous plot twists than a soap opera.

Supporters of the Takapuna waterfront camping ground turned out in force last night in a bid to push for its long-term lease on public reserve and a facelift.

An Auckland multi-millionaire has won year-long legal fight over a driveway gate with his rich-list neighbour.

A bus and a car have crashed in Takapuna, Auckland but no one has been injured.

Police are “following strong lines of inquiry” to find the teen who sent an Auckland building manager tumbling 2m down a flight of stairs yesterday.

Aucklanders could soon be able to enjoy a beer or a wine legally while picnicking at Takapuna Beach.