Stories by Mary Afemata

The plan to replace the current level crossing will bring the station one step closer to the long-awaited City Rail Link

A new creative hub is helping New Zealand-born Tongans reconnect with their heritage, all while preserving Tongan culture.

A wave of relief has swept across Auckland's 21 local boards after being offered temporary reprieve as they struggle with cost pressures.

The board chairs have unanimously rejected the council's proposed cost-cutting measures.

"I had no recourse for this, and it has been a major reason for my decision to step down from my current position," says a South Auckland councillor who has endured cyberstalking.

While women account for 51 percent of Auckland's population, they hold only 37 percent of elected positions in Tāmaki Makaurau.

The veteran Auckland councillor has been involved in local government for more than two decades.

The Manurewa Local Board is developing its first Pan-Pacific strategy to amplify Pasifika voices in local decision-making.

It's one of the largest and most vibrant celebrations of Pacific Island cultures.

The Auckland council are cracking down on unregistered dogs, with infringement notices being issued in the coming days as a final warning.

Multiple stakeholders have expressed strong support for a mural in Manukau honouring the late Fa'anānā Efeso Collins.

居民对生活质量方面的担忧主要来自财务压力和治安恶化问题。

A biennial survey on urban wellbeing has found that three in four Aucklanders rate their quality of life positively.

One Auckland school had to buy 200 pies for students after their lunches arrived nearly four hours late. "It's not okay when I've got hungry kids."

Community members have been left reeling after a playground and seating area were dismantled and fenced off to deter public drinking.

But because the problem involves private property, it falls outside the council's dumping removal regulations.

The most popular Pacific baby names for 2024 in Aotearoa have been revealed, with Kaia topping the girls' list and Malakai leading the boys.

Health leaders say the move is shocking, given the high bowel cancer death rates among Māori and Pacific communities.

There is also greater concern for the impact on Māori, Pasifika, and vulnerable communities.

Break-ins at two Ōtara schools and a local preschool have led to calls for more security patrols and community vigilance.

A vibrant new market is transforming South Auckland, offering local Māori and Pacific entrepreneurs a fee-free platform to showcase their products, with space, gear, and power provided.

The Adullam Boys Club appealed to the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board for continued funding support this week.

After many long nights and tears, a business owner is celebrating her babywear company's second anniversary alongside the launch of a pop up store.

The council needs to do more community engagement to increase uptake, a local board chair says.

The Beautification trust has become a key player in South Auckland's efforts to maintain clean and vibrant communities.