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NZer dies while celebrating 40th birthday in Gold Coast
A New Zealand woman has died on Australia's Gold Coast following a suspected overdose during celebrations for her 40th birthday.
Port of Auckland workers protest mayor's long-term lease proposal
Workers gathered on the streets outside Auckland Town Hall to oppose the ports being leased out by the council.
TVNZ staff rally against proposed cuts: 'Implications are very concerning'
Sunday, Fair Go, Midday and Tonight are facing cuts along with up to 68 jobs, TVNZ announced earlier this month.
Auckland's Wynyard crossing bridge closure causing strife for businesses
The bridge is stuck in the up position, after closing to the public in January due to several faults and it's unclear when it will reopen.
Leaky building lawsuit: Council breached duty of care, court finds
Owners of units at a leaky Auckland apartment building have spent a decade getting their compensation lawsuit to court.
AT reassures big events' attendees after P!nk concert woes
A number of large events including Polyfest, the Auckland Arts Festival and a Blues vs Crusaders game are taking place this weekend.
PM's Auckland office vandalised again
The words "grant the visas" have been painted on the walls of Christopher Luxon's electorate office in Auckland.
Why red seaweed has blanketed beaches
Masses of red "hair-like" seaweed has covered beaches on Auckland's Hibiscus Coast.