Music and laughter led to unprovoked attack and death, Crown says

Nigel Fuatimu and his friends were "jumped" in an unprovoked attack which left him lying face down in an Auckland park with unsurvivable injuries.
Redbull Flugtag to take off after a year of Covid cancellations

Organisers are cautiously optimistic the event can be held in December after it was moved multiple times due to lockdowns and traffic light changes.
Council agrees to protect more notable trees in Auckland

After an out-of-court settlement, Auckland Council will now add to its list of special trees on the Unitary Plan.
Chronic fatigue sufferers want condition reclassified as disability

Wendy Matthews has spent years of her life in bed, at times too weak to turn over – but doesn't qualify for disability support.
Man found guilty of murder after drug deal ends in shooting

Michael Filoa lured a Mongrel Mob member to a suburban street with the promise of a meth deal, then shot him dead.
Family scrapes to make house accessible for disabled daughter

An Auckland whānau's daily routine is planned around having to carry their daughter up and down the stairs of their inaccessible home.
Music and laughter led to unprovoked attack and death, Crown says

Nigel Fuatimu and his friends were "jumped" in an unprovoked attack which left him lying face down in an Auckland park with unsurvivable injuries.
Eighteen fire trucks called to fire at south Auckland apartments

Fire and Emergency NZ confirmed they were called to the scene in Manukau at 4am.
Pool or pond? Homeowner's six-month battle with Auckland Council

A Torbay man has been ordered to fence his "water feature" because the water was 2cm too high.
Gulf Harbour apartments barely damaged by kitchen fire

Three fire and emergency crews are attended the scene, Fire and Emergency NZ report.
Auckland house with huge rubbish pile sells for $500k

The property's new owner, who has removed about 18m³ of rubbish so far, says he will have to spend lots of money for the house to be liveable again.
Council agrees to protect more notable trees in Auckland

After an out-of-court settlement, Auckland Council will now add to its list of special trees on the Unitary Plan.
Mum fears dance-loving toddler will lose ability to walk without $400k drug

If untreated, a rare spinal disorder will mean 2-year-old Zoey Butcher will soon be unable to stand or walk.
Young Nat registered campaign domain that redirects users to rival

Tristram Speedy registered a domain in the name of Auckland mayoral candidate Efeso Collins, which takes users to Leo Molloy's campaign site.
Seven south Auckland eats and drinks worth saving

Whether you're after a big meal, a sweat treat or a piping hot coffee, south Auckland has everything you need.
Man alleged to have posed as doctor to work at hospital named

The Auckland man is accused of using fake documents to secure a job in the hospital's respiratory clinic, where he saw scores of patients.
New million-dollar toilet block for Auckland's 'last stop' town

The "Wellsford combo" of petrol, pie and a pee just got better, but residents aren't sure it's money well spent.
Man allegedly behind prolific graffiti tag 'caused $250k in damage'

Sean Oddy is accused of graffiting schools, homes, signs and businesses and also faces charges of escaping police custody and having a knife in public.
Aotearoa's oldest Olympic coach turns 100

Former athletics trainer, Arch Jelley, who coached Sir John Walker, has celebrated his 100th birthday.
'Voice of the speedway' jailed for two years

Former "voice of the speedway" Aaron Carl Drever has admitted defrauding the Western Springs speedway and Avondale Bowling Club out of $560k.
Whangārei Hospital extends visitor restrictions due to Covid-19

Two wards remain closed to visitors to stop the spread of Covid-19 and other illnesses, including flu.
A by Māori, for Māori health partnership comes to life

A group of Māori health providers that came together during the pandemic will continue to work together to help their communities.
Charles Goldie painting goes unsold at auction
Labour caucus to meet to resolve Gaurav Sharma 'issues' - PM
Government reveals plan to fix the bus driver shortage
A year since newborn found in recycling centre, but still no answers
Man found guilty of murder after drug deal ends in shooting
Music and laughter led to unprovoked attack and death, Crown says
Redbull Flugtag to take off after a year of Covid cancellations
A by Māori, for Māori health partnership comes to life
Human remains transported unwittingly from storage unit
Juicy Fest lineup gets juicier
First time buying: This unit made me a homeowner - and dog owner
Aucklanders need to halve their driving to meet emissions goal
Man with 'bad case of the Mondays' allegedly wields knife in gym
Writer wins complaint after accusing Creative NZ assessors of bias
How shoppers are using artificial intelligence to cut their grocery bills