CrimeHigh-profile Auckland developer's glassing trial ends with hung juryIt's been five years since the bloody incident inside the seaside mansion.05 Feb 03:32 AM
Crime'Absolutely ridiculous': Crown blasts developer's account of cocktail woundingHe said he didn't realise he hurt anyone until the news reported a "champagne shanking".03 Feb 06:41 AM
New ZealandMansion party witness says 'fluid, beautiful' slap-like 'flick' caused shocking neck gashA property developer is accused of wounding a colleague who insulted him at the soiree. 02 Feb 04:16 AM
CrimePolice recall ‘highly charged’ scene at Westmere mansion following wine glass neck wound30 Jan 07:00 AM
CrimeChampagne, cocaine and simmering resentment preceded glassing at Westmere mansion29 Jan 04:02 AM
PremiumAuckland'WILL BE SOLD': Luxury waterfront home relisted at discount after two years on and off market13 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPropertyNew Auckland housing 'awful': Christchurch heritage developer expands north16 Sep 09:00 PM
PremiumAucklandWoman's death beneath 330kg gate at luxury Akl home deemed tragic accident27 Aug 05:00 PM
AucklandWatch: Man bitten by police dog, tasered at Auckland reserve was wanted for aggravated robbery05 Aug 12:03 AM
Auckland'Radical ruling': Auckland helipad controversy sparks council actionCouncillors aim to make helipads non-complying in sensitive areas.24 Jul 07:08 AM
PremiumPremiumAucklandMedia boss confirmed as mystery buyer of $11.2m vacant section in WestmereThe publisher and DJ recently sold a waterfront Omaha house for $8m. 23 Jul 11:00 PM
PropertyFire-hit New World Victoria Park reveals plans for repair, reopeningDemolition is not planned. Foodstuffs will repair and rebuild the existing supermarket.22 Jul 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Deeply disappointed': Rich-listers react to Westmere helipad appealQuiet Sky Waitematā has appealed the helicopter flights to the Environment Court.22 Jul 12:28 AM
Auckland'A terrible decision': Opponent group appeals rich-listers' private helipad approval About 4000 signatures back the petition to prohibit residential helipads.21 Jul 03:11 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: When travelling, do not rely on the good faith and help of strangersOPINION: I’m amazed that New Zealand paid $29 million towards a satellite.06 Jul 05:00 PM
AucklandAkl councillor proposes ban on residential helipads after Mowbray’s $24m home greenlitTreating helipads the same as cars and bikes is socially destabilising, says Mike Lee.04 Jul 12:33 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Now house prices have fallen, what does that mean for CGT debate?OPINION: The rise of chatbots and a manipulated internet lead to a disinformed public.01 Jul 05:00 PM
Auckland'Massively disappointed': Helipad approval sparks backlashCouncil received 1400 submissions; more than 1300 opposed the helicopter flights.01 Jul 07:00 AM
AucklandAli Williams and Anna Mowbray's contentious helipad approved for $24m homeThe application has been granted subject to a raft of conditions. 30 Jun 01:46 AM
New ZealandWestmere electric vehicle fireBattery packs in the back of a ute went up in flames in Westmere overnight, damaging another vehicle and the outside of a home. Video/ Herald NOWWatch29 Jun 11:32 PM
New ZealandWestmere helipad opposition 'alarmist and unhelpful', says rich-listers' lawyerThe couple propose up to 10 flights per month, during low-tide windows.29 May 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe billionaires’ helipad, the 'Rolls Royce', and the neighbourhood rumour 'I was mortified to think I could be bought off' one local said about the gossip.16 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Over-the-top reaction': Tensions flare at Westmere helipad hearingDr Mels Barton alleged illegal tree removal on the couple's Westmere property.15 May 05:32 AM
New Zealand'Gorgeous, beautiful site': Opposition mounts against Westmere helipad planWaiheke Island, with 64 helipads, is a lesson for Auckland, says Julie Stout.14 May 05:50 AM
New Zealand'That's their problem': Helipad row heats up in affluent Auckland suburbEvery concern has been addressed, said one supporter of the helipad.13 May 05:30 AM
New Zealand'Every concern addressed': Support for Ali Williams' and Anna Mowbray's helipad planOne supporter says there is no precedent preventing this helipad from proceeding.13 May 12:42 AM
New ZealandAli Williams and Anna Mowbray plan to use helicopters during two-hour window while birds feedA four-day hearing has started into the application, which has drawn 1400 submissions.12 May 12:44 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWhat submitters say about Anna Mowbray, Ali Williams' helipad applicationAll 1397 public submissions are out: 91% or 1277 opposed, 108 supporting, 12 are neutral.16 Apr 04:11 AM
New ZealandAli Williams and Anna Mowbray’s planned $24m mansion helipad set for public hearingA five-day hearing on whether a helipad can be built at the Auckland home is set for May.11 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand Billionaire couple’s seawall dispute at $24m waterfront property The council ordered the pair to stop any more reclamation of coastal marine area.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne seriously injured after buses collide at Auckland intersectionTwo people have been hurt after accident in Westmere.28 Feb 05:53 AM
New ZealandFriends mourn sudden death of music industry figure, women’s advocateTributes flow for passionate champion of same-sex marriages and women's rights11 Feb 09:17 PM
