New ZealandCockpit 'exploded into bright green light' after laser pointed at planeDaniel Baker was intoxicated on night his laser struck cargo plane and police helicopter.28 Aug 06:00 AM
PremiumAucklandWoman's death beneath 330kg gate at luxury Akl home deemed tragic accidentWorkSafe report found young German died from 'traumatic asphyxia' at Westmere home.27 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeTwo charged in $4m Auckland home burglary case after four-year probePolice arrested a man and woman after raiding a rural property in Wellsford.20 Aug 07:48 PM
AucklandWatch: Man bitten by police dog, tasered at Auckland reserve was wanted for aggravated robbery05 Aug 12:03 AM
PremiumAucklandMedia boss confirmed as mystery buyer of $11.2m vacant section in Westmere23 Jul 11:00 PM
Auckland'A terrible decision': Opponent group appeals rich-listers' private helipad approval 21 Jul 03:11 AM
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AucklandAkl councillor proposes ban on residential helipads after Mowbray’s $24m home greenlit04 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
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike Lee: Behind the scenes of council's flawed decision to evict speedway from Western SpringsOPINION: The decision was one thing, how it was reached is even more troubling.11 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyProperty Insider: Questions about ‘defective’ apartmentsHow can it be that 19-year-old apartments need $36.6m repairs or $82m rebuilding costs?27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBusy Auckland road to have more works done after year of disruption from changesAuckland Transport is installing traffic lights at the Meola Rd/Garnet Rd roundabout.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Blindsided': Speedway hits back at Auckland Council after being forced out of Western SpringsSpeedway will race at Western Springs this summer season for the last time.30 Oct 07:21 PM
New ZealandPublic to have say on richlister's helipad plans for Westmere homeConsultants for the couple said environmental effects will be less than minor.14 Oct 10:53 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFor the chop? Future of renowned Westmere Butchery up in the airBusinesses complain of cycle lane disruption while others welcome greater safety.06 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan charged with violent kidnapping in Westmere, police investigating similar raft of crimesThe man will appear in the Auckland District Court today.01 Aug 09:49 PM