Auckland Region
Photo of person of interest in Avondale church fire released
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to in relation to a fire that significantly damaged St Mary's Church in Auckland.
IRD nets 'zapper' tax cheat in first of its kind conviction
Gurwinder Singh is the first Kiwi sentenced for using illegal sales suppression tools to avoid paying $200,000 in taxes.
Auckland mental health facility Segar House to close
Health NZ says not enough people were treated there and staff would be better deployed elsewhere. Audio
The big issues for Auckland's leaders
Auckland's rapid population growth is considered one of the key challenges for incoming council elected members, a report has revealed.
Locals renew call for train services to Auckland's North-West
More than 1000 people have signed a petition asking for a passenger rail service through to Huapai.
Woman missing for nearly four weeks from South Auckland
Ella Davenport, 57, was last seen at her Māngere home on 20 June.
Health NZ urged to reopen consultation into plans to close mental health facility
Rauaroha Segar House in Auckland offers a publicly funded intensive programme for people with long-standing or chronic mental health problems.
'Gaping holes, rusty bolts': Residents want dodgy footpaths fixed
People living in a beachside community are frustrated with its dangerous footpaths, some of which have caused severe injuries, they say.
Arrest after attempted burglary at Whitford house
Residents heard glass breaking and secured themselves in part of the house, police said.
Man faces assault, theft and driving charges after motorway pursuit
The saga began when a man at a Māngere address was allegedly assaulted by another who then stole his vehicle.
'It's a lose-lose': Family says 'yes for now' to buyout
A Māngere family is faced with a difficult decision after learning that their home is considered an "intolerable risk to life".
'It's not too late': The search for Baby Anahera's mum
A coroner's report into the death of a newborn baby found at a recycling plant has revealed the "extensive" inquiries to try and identify her family. Audio
Person rescued after car goes down bank in North Auckland
The person was seriously injured in the crash and taken to hospital.
Increase in patients at acute clinics at GP as winter illnesses surge
GP says there's pressure on their clinics as more patients are coming in while some staff are getting ill and having to take leave.
Person freed after crash between car and bus
Fire and Emergency New Zealand were called to Great South Rd in Ōtāhuhu on Tuesday afternoon.
Auckland hospitals at their upper limit
Significant pressure at Auckland's major hospitals this winter is being felt across almost all the different parts of the health system, including at general practice, private urgent care and in the… Audio
Nineteen members and associates of Hells Angels arrested
Seventeen men and two women have been charged including the club's president and vice-president.
Council wants more powers to deal with roaming dogs
Councils need more control over managing dog-related issues from the government, Auckland Council says. Audio
Labour dismisses claims it is being 'greedy' by contesting by-election
Prominent figures in Te Pāti Māori have criticised Labour's decision to run.
Auckland council calls for overhaul of dog control
The team trying to tame Auckland's problem with roaming dogs is calling for an overhaul of national dog control laws. Auckland Council suggests tools like fencing requirements for dog owners and… Audio