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Pair charged after woman's body found in bag in Gulf Harbour
The man and woman were arrested after attempts to leave the country.
Auckland train disruptions to stop as union deal reached
More than 500 staff at Auckland One Rail have been carrying out a partial strike over the past month over their workload.
'We can't last 48 hours without power' - Kaitaia café owner
Residents and businesses owners in Kaitaia describe the mad scramble for generators when the town was plunged into darkness on Thursday. Audio
Auckland Airport opens new 'scenic' inter-terminal walkway
The new route linking the domestic and international terminals has large canvas panels displaying nature walks across Aotearoa.
Rental listings up 40 percent across country in three months to May
Some property managers are warning landlords they may need to lower expectations to meet the market.
Baby boy who died in Te Kūiti was 'the joy of the house'
A tight-knit community in the Waikato town of Te Kūiti is grieving after the death of a 10-month-old .
Building a 'Noah's Ark' for rare fish
It began with seven adult kōkopu caught in 2019 - today, 1000 of their offspring were released in a bid to save their population. Audio
Homeowners try new tactics for relief from soaring repayments
More are seeking homestay students or flatmates to cope with the rising cost of living coupled with high mortgage rates.
First Home Grants scrapped: Hopes for ownership dwindle
Those blindsided by the government's announcement to scrap the First Home Grants scheme say the news comes as a slap in the face.
'We were really afraid': Painful memories as heavy rain hits Māngere again
The torrential rain kept residents on edge as the rising Te Ararata stream again spilled into their streets.
Police in firing line as residents reveal crime, violence fears
Aucklanders who have been assaulted and robbed have told the Police Minister they feel let down by police.
9yo among 'ringleaders' behind West Auckland attacks, community patroller says
Among the several 'ringleaders' are others in their early teens, according to the volunteer.
Gang member behind Ponsonby shooting was deemed 'low-risk' by Corrections
Hone Kay-Selwyn shot a man, but had been deemed as a low risk of reoffending by the Corrections Department in 2020.
Restarting redundancy process would cause significant disruption for TVNZ
E tū union has told the Employment Relations Authority it wants to see the broadcaster restart its redundancy process and "work properly" with staff to shape the future for the organisation.
TVNZ did not follow 'proper process' of sharing information, union argues
TVNZ's head of news told the ERA he had considered axing Fair Go and Sunday in December, but did not think it was appropriate to talk to staff at that time.
Eden Park revamp v waterfront stadium: Which is ahead?
A working group says there is no favourite - but the public wants to see a new stadium on Auckland's waterfront.
Anzac Day trading restrictions: What happens to businesses?
Some will lose out on thousands of dollars, while others say the staff costs are too high to justify opening on the public holiday.
Residents of Auckland apartment building 'won't have to move out'
The body corporate of the 16-storey City Gardens Apartments is confident the notice to vacate will be removed today.
Residents of 16-floor apartment building ordered to evacuate
"Significant" fire safety concerns and cockroach infestations have plagued the Auckland CBD highrise.
New language rules may force exploited migrants to leave NZ
One worker borrowed thousands to pay for her visa and is worried her lack of English will prevent her from having it renewed.
Questions about lodge destroyed by fire remain
The investigation into the fire at Parnell's City Garden Lodge is still underway, and whether it is being treated as suspicious remains unknown.