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GNS Science pushes for lower fine over Whakaari failings
WorkSafe has argued GNS Science should be fined between $150,000 and $250,000 for failing to communicate the risks of flying to the island.
'Sheer recklessness' - Whakaari victims' families speak in court
The family of a couple killed in the Whakaari White Island eruption have told a sentencing judge they want the companies involved held to account.
Auckland trains 'not reliable': Commuters demand better
Frustrating, unreliable and annoying is how Auckland commuters are describing the city's train services. Audio
Most people think it fair for households to pay for how much water they use - survey
The Infrastructure Commission says the survey's results show councils there's broad support for water meters.
Why supermarket loyalty schemes might not be the cost-savers they seem
A consumer watchdog is warning that deals offered by supermarket loyalty schemes are not as cost-saving as they appear.
Wheelchair users call for accessible beaches: 'Can you imagine the freedom?'
The beach day is a Kiwi classic - but for people in wheelchairs, accessible beaches are few and far between.
Councils delaying new recycling rules over cost
All councils were originally required to accept the same materials in kerbside collection from next month.
Newborn giraffe at Auckland Zoo tops 1.7 metres
The calf is the fifth for its mother, Kiritka.
'Blood boils': Auckland ferries cancelled to make room for cruise ships
Commuters are frustrated nearly 100 ferry trips were cancelled or delayed, and worry cruise season the will worsen the problem.