Person seriously hurt in crash

Three people were injured after a single car crash on the Southern Motorway, headed northbound (file picture).

A lane of Auckland's Southern Motorway has been closed after a crash injured three people, one seriously.

Auckland traffic: Motorways clear

We have all you need to know about traffic and weather-related incidents in Auckland.

We have all you need to know about traffic and weather-related incidents in Auckland.

Debunking coronavirus conspiracies video

Pedestrians wearing face masks have become a common sight in New Zealand (file photo).

There is no evidence coronavirus was engineered by China, nor could it be activated via 5G, expert says.

Rest homes call for help

Some rest homes say they lack the staff and equipment they may need in a coronavirus outbreak and are asking the ...

Older people are most at risk of dying from coronavirus - and some rest homes aren't prepared for an outbreak.

Doctor: Baby swung by legs

Shana Tooman told police that she was carrying her baby when she tripped and fell, causing a catastrophic brain injury ...

A pediatrician says a brain-damaged baby was most likely swung into a surface.

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'Wash your hands, don't be racist'

Human Rights Commission issues a two-step guide to COVID-19.

Human Rights Commission receives 19 complaints of racism related to the coronavirus outbreak.

Coronavirus-spreading cult in NZ

Lee Man-hee, a leader of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, speaks to the media during a press conference in Gapyeong, South ...

The shadowy Shincheonji cult, blamed for outbreaks in Korea, has dozens of members here.

Bus driver strike cancelled

Bus strike action was due to cause more commuter chaos on Wednesday, but the union representing bus drivers says the ...

Strike action in Auckland called off after NZ Bus and its workers' union agree to meet for negotiations.

Blues change kickoff time

The Blues will take on the Lions in an afternoon fixture to allow the Sunwolves to play in Australia.

Coronavirus measures in Japan have resulted in Super Rugby schedule changes to help out the Sunwolves.

Trans-Tasman travel watch

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern  said the Government was keeping a watching brief on every country that seen that ...

Government "keeping a watching brief' on coronavirus activity in Australia, but no travel ban yet.

Middle-aged men's climate doubts

Aucklanders march for climate change action on Queen Street in September 2019

A survey of Aucklanders found the group least likely to believe humans were changing the climate were men aged 50-64.

TEU slams unis' coronavirus hiring freezes

The halt on international students as part of the growing travel ban is having an impact on the finances of a number of ...

Union says staff are being used as "pawns" in universities' power games

Coronavirus: Auckland principal self-isolates

The principal of Albany Senior High School has self-isolated after returning from Italy.

New guidelines to self-isolate came after an Auckland principal visited school.

$27 for sanitiser

Trade Me users capitalise on coronavirus scare selling face masks and hand sanitiser

Trade Me says it's "simply market forces at work".

Vehicle sought after fatal shooting

Police were called to the scene on Bairds Rd, Ōtara, on Friday night (file photo).

Police say Honda Stream station wagon may be linked to death of man in south Auckland.

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Travel bans a 'political decision'

People travelling from mainland China or Iran are banned from entering New Zealand (file photo).

Auckland University says Government decision to keep 2000 of its students out is "not justified" for health reasons.

Coronavirus: Doctors' conference postponed

Event canned to ensure GPs remain available but ministry says there's no need to cancel mass gatherings.

Tenant: I was landlord's 'butler' video

Teen offers leg for tattoos

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Man pinned in workplace incident

The man was taken to Middlemore Hospital in a serious condition (file photo).

The man in his 60s is seriously injured after being pinned to a pole for 30 seconds.

Living in self-isolation

Whitford resident Murray Peat has been in self-isolation since February 29 due to his concerns about coronavirus.

Murray Peat hasn't been to China or Iran. But he's banned visitors from his Auckland home, in case he has coronavirus.

Bungle 'led to heart attack'

A woman's immigration adviser did not submit her and her family's residence visa application by deadline (file photo).

Woman says adviser put her family through "pain and suffering" and robbed them of future in NZ.

DIY speed cam nabs hoons

The $40 camera affixed to the side of the Flat Bush home is working as a DIY speed camera.

Police were worried it could spark retribution, but locals just wanted to know his camera's "high score".

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Teen offers leg for tattoos

Only one of Quiad's two legs will be participating in the tattoo fundraiser.

In a "chaotic" fundraiser, Quaid Fletcher will get a tattoo of a person's name for $50.

Water leaks up in drought-hit city video

Watea Rd: Left to bubble down the street for more than 10 days.

Up to 360,000 litres has disappeared down the drain while Aucklanders reuse their shower water for gardening.

Triple killer gets strip search compo

William Bell walked into Mt Wellington-Panmure RSA and killed three people.

RSA triple killer William Bell has been awarded $1000 after he was unlawfully strip searched in prison.

Auckland's dirtiest eateries revealed video

Several Auckland eateries were found to be infested by pests (file image).

West Auckland cafes and restaurants dominate the list of Auckland Council's recent D-grade listings.

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Person seriously hurt in crash

Three people were injured after a single car crash on the Southern Motorway, headed northbound (file picture).

A lane of Auckland's Southern Motorway has been closed after a crash injured three people, one seriously.

Doctor: Baby swung by legs

Shana Tooman told police that she was carrying her baby when she tripped and fell, causing a catastrophic brain injury ...

A pediatrician says a brain-damaged baby was most likely swung into a surface.

'Chunks of flesh' ripped from arm

A boy was rushed to hospital after a dog attack outside Auckland's Rongomai School (file photo).

Seven-year-old hospitalised after two dogs attacked him while he walked to school.

Vehicle sought after fatal shooting

Police were called to the scene on Bairds Rd, Ōtara, on Friday night (file photo).

Police say Honda Stream station wagon may be linked to death of man in south Auckland.

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Arrest made over sexual harassment

Two of the incidents took place while women were walking on Bomb Point Dr, Hobsonville Point.

Police arrested the man on Friday morning, in relation to incidents where inappropriate comments were made to women.

Auckland's dirtiest eateries revealed video

Several Auckland eateries were found to be infested by pests (file image).

West Auckland cafes and restaurants dominate the list of Auckland Council's recent D-grade listings.

Proposal to axe science slammed

Some science subjects will be axed from the Albany campus in the proposal.

Massey University students say lack of consultation about proposal a "fundamental failure".

Ferry passengers left behind

A morning ferry leaves the Hobsonville Point wharf for the CBD.

March madness is leaving Auckland ferry passengers stranded on the dock.

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Coronavirus: Auckland principal self-isolates

The principal of Albany Senior High School has self-isolated after returning from Italy.

New guidelines to self-isolate came after an Auckland principal visited school.

Brother guilty of murder

An exchange of insults led to the older brother smashing his sibling's car, and the younger brother grabbing a butcher's ...

One brother is dead. Now, his brother has been found guilty of his murder.

Tales of Takapuna Market video

Susan Dassler says the market is the heart and soul of the suburb.

For more than 30 years the Auckland market has been a place for fortunes, flowers and friendship.

Adventurous mum remembered

Kim Girbin, 42, died on February 22 after being diagnosed with bowel cancer in June of 2016.

Kim Girbin, who died of bowel cancer, has been remembered at a service attended by more than 100 people.

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Council agency axes bonuses

Roger MacDonald introduced bonuses while chief executive of Panuku but resigned in 2019 without explanation

Controversial salary bonuses for executives at Auckland Council's development agency have been scrapped.

Auckland's dirtiest eateries revealed video

Several Auckland eateries were found to be infested by pests (file image).

West Auckland cafes and restaurants dominate the list of Auckland Council's recent D-grade listings.

The best ways to save water

Watering the garden less frequently promotes strong root systems (file photo).

Cut your shower time and half flush your toilet: Here's how to conserve H20 during the dry summer.

Alarm over water use

Wellsford's Hoteo River is believed to be at its lowest level since an extreme drought in 1983.

Aucklanders' water use is "skyrocketing" with one river at lowest level in nearly 40 years.

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Auckland's dirtiest eateries revealed video

Several Auckland eateries were found to be infested by pests (file image).

West Auckland cafes and restaurants dominate the list of Auckland Council's recent D-grade listings.

Deportee struggling in Kiwi home

Adrian Maere was deported under section 501 of Australia's Migration Act after living in Australia for almost four decades.

Adrian Maere spent three years in detention centres before signing removal orders to escape 'hell'.

Concert to raise $10k for bushfires

The devastation of Australia's recent bushfires inspired a Kiwi Fire and Emergency employee to stage a fundraiser ...

Normally Paul Radden's in charge of sending NZ crews to fires. Now he's helping those across the ditch.

$255 weekly to live on bus

A bus parked on a farm is being advertised as accommodation for a couple or single person.

A person renting a bus says it offers privacy. But a tenancy expert says it's "unacceptable".

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Avoidable fires costing water

Many Auckland and Northlanders are continuing to ignore fire bans, creating a number of avoidable fires.

Fire crews finding it "incredibly hard" to deal with avoidable blazes during water shortage.

Large fire near Kaiwaka

The fire started in a forest area by Ross Rd near Kaiwaka.

Seven fire engines are at the scene of the large fire north of Auckland.

Bioluminescence a 'one in a million shot'

Capturing a blue glow in the waves beneath the Milky Way was a bucket list shot for Grant Birley.

Photographer says getting picture of glowing plankton underneath the stars was "incredible".

Council agency axes bonuses

Roger MacDonald introduced bonuses while chief executive of Panuku but resigned in 2019 without explanation

Controversial salary bonuses for executives at Auckland Council's development agency have been scrapped.

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Missing teenager calls family

Police said Wharerangi Angell contacted her family on Monday evening after her disappearance was reported in the media.

Police are still hoping to speak to Wharerangi Angell to confirm she is safe and well following her disappearance.

Auckland teenager missing

Wharerangi Angell, 19, was last seen in Henderson.

In an 'out of character' move, Wharerangi Angell hasn't been seen for two weeks. Now police are appealing to the public for help.

Cancer survivor's 18-hour jandal walk

Shane Callaghan was told he wouldn't live past 2018 after his cancer spread.

Once told he wouldn't live to see 2019, Shane Callaghan is now raising money for "those suffering more".

Dad wants daughter to be a YouTube star

Shreya Khurana in the studio at her Blockhouse Bay home, where she plans to start making content for her on YouTube channel.

Auckland dad says he's willing to pay a director "handsomely" to help his daughter launch her YouTube channel.

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