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Summit of Māngere Mountain catches alight
Three people were spotted leaving the area as fire crews battled the blaze.
Here’s how Auckland really looked in 1989
A project documenting everyday life in Tāmaki Makaurau before the '90s is finally here.
Head Hunters assets trial: Lawyer criticises police case as judge retires to consider pad's fate
A judge will now weigh the evidence against Wayne Doyle.
Real estate agent tried to kiss client - then asked his wife for false alibi
They were sitting in the car when he tried to kiss after saying an offer was unsuccessful.
Police release photo of woman sought in Ellerslie homicide investigation
Police release a photo of wanted woman Mei Han Chong, blue Kia Rio sought, reg NJN927.
Police search for woman after man found dead in Ellerslie home
Police are also searching for a blue Kia Rio vehicle, registration NJN927.
Baby dies in Papakura: Death referred to coroner, police not treating it as suspicious,
A baby was found dead on Red Hill Rd about 5am yesterday - treated as unexplained.
'Nothing better to do': Auckland venue owner accused of humiliating fan queued up for show
The owner said he couldn't understand why the fans were waiting so long.
Can 5000 new homes rise at Beachlands with no reticulated water, sewage?
Bore water for homes and a new sewage treatment system are proposed by developers.
Retirement giant fined $37k after widow complained of husband's dementia care
Failure to make a sensory room available was the heart of the case, heard twice.
Never lived in: Mass mortgagee sale in Takapuna
Exceptionally rare for a developer to speculatively build multi-unit residential projects.
Gus Fisher Gallery closed after artwork damaged
The gallery said it would be closed until further notice due to a 'serious incident'.
'We are devastated': Pizza store gutted by fire was pride and joy of family
Owner relieved family with young children living next door were not hurt.
Football: Family bragging rights up for grabs in National League showdown
Napier City Rovers captain faces brother and brother-in-law in Saturday showdown.
Opinion: It is clear the country has called for a change
OPINION: The Ngāti Whātu ki Tāmaki leadership will seek a mandate to continue the mahi.
Ex-league player Paul Whatuira helping rangatahi face mental health issues
'I would love this programme to be able to visit all regions of the country.'
Property Insider: What's happening with Herne Bay boatshed, Fletcher's plumbing problems
Will the owner of the $22 million waterfront mansion go ahead with the scheme?
Watch: 'F****** close': Dashcam footage reveals bad driving on country's roads
Videos show a BMW making dangerous lane change, and a Landcruiser missing a head-on crash.
'All the kids were terrified': Fireworks display promoter to investigate after injuries
A fireball and clay plugs went into the crowd, causing burns and a broken hand.
Man critically injured after Helensville assault
Victim was transported to Auckland City Hospital in a critical condition.
Artists from NZ, Japan add splash of colour to the city
Boon Street artists have created seven new murals.
'Most severe neglect seen in years': Dog found starving, flea-ridden, injured and weeks from death
A man and woman have been sentenced to community service, banned from owning pets.
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare staff upset at overtime impasse
More than 1500 staff at giant Kiwi firm in dispute over pay, overtime.
Four-level mansion rising in front of $2m-plus apartments on Takapuna beachfront
'Suffice it to say, it was a tough outcome for that end of The Sands.'
'Tragic' SkyCity baby death: Capsule fall ‘preventable’, coroner says
Newborn was not properly secured in capsule before tragic fatal fall.
Baby in 'unexplained' death at Papakura house
Police were called to the property in the early hours of the morning.
Police investigating if four fires overnight in Auckland are linked
A house fire, commercial property fire and two vehicle fires were reported overnight.
Her research interests include asthma, heart disease and diabetes
Respected Ngāpuhi doctor takes on Auckland University role.
Security firm changes locks of ‘VIP’ Auckland nightclub after it allegedly fails to pay bouncers
The club intends to challenge the liquidation.
Family of murdered Lena Zhang Harrap to 'retrace last steps' for 30th birthday
Lena Zhang Harrap was murdered by a stranger while she went for a walk near her home.
Melissa Lee calls for recount in Mt Albert after slim Labour win
Labour's Helen White has beaten Melissa Lee by just 20 votes.
Watch: 'Get down' - Fireworks display goes wrong, spectators hurt
Video shows crowd members shouting 'Get down' as misfiring fireworks hit the grandstand.