Latest from Waiheke Island

Former Dilworth student says teacher chased him after fleeing sexual abuse

Leonard Cave, a former music teacher at Dilworth, has pleaded not guilty.

Waiheke vineyard loses yet again

Business argued the Environment Court had exceeded its jurisdiction.

Dilworth School staff member told student his alleged abuser was 'great guy'

'The school knew about it and chose to ignore it,' a sister of complainant tells court.

'Caught in the act': Dilworth teacher got students drunk, abused them at Waiheke bach, court hears

Leonard Cave has pleaded not guilty to 14 charges including sexual violation.

From cashmere to cafe owner: One Kiwi tourism operator's path through the pandemic

Setting up business during a pandemic means you have to be prepared for change.

Legal action against DoC over Waiheke Island little blue penguins

Forest & Bird is concerned at the removal of large boulders where the kororā nest.

Treat your mum to an unforgettable trip with this week's hottest travel deals

Explore islands, laneways, harbours and luxury suites with this week's travel deals.

Cost of living pushing long-term Waiheke locals off the island

Some residents desperate to leave are trapped in paradise.

Is Great Barrier set to become the new Waiheke?

Great Barrier Island has become a holiday hotspot. Is it changing for the better?

Person rescued from the water off Mullet Bay, Motutapu Island

The Coastguard was alerted to a boat on the rocks just after midday today.

Auckland Council appeals against Waiheke Island 'chirping crickets' noise case

The vineyard blamed ambient noise from chirping crickets for a 2018 noise breach.

Waiheke Island vineyard seeks six-figure legal costs from Auckland Council

The vineyard is seeking about $300,000 in legal costs.

Bone Appetit! The rise and rise of people taking their dogs out to dinner

Ruff day? Take your pup to the pub for chicken stock beer and gravy sundaes.

Kennedy Point Marina protesters challenge injunction

Protestors on a hikoi from ferry terminal to High Court this morning.

Analysis: Isolation variation sends the wrong message

ANALYSIS: Such issues need to be sorted before Omicron finds its way into the community.

Live updates: Second Omicron case in community puts New Zealand on edge

It's unclear how the infected DJ travelled from Waiheke Island to Auckland CBD.