Auckland Region
New electrified train line creates a buzz among Pukekohe residents
Auckland's most southern station now has a direct connection to the CBD.
Catholic Bishop warns of money scam using his likeness
Bishop Steve Lowe told RNZ he saw a Facebook account posing as him, asking for money from followers online.
Blaze on Remuera property in Auckland now extinguished
A blaze that broke out on a residential property in the Auckland suburb of Remuera on Monday afternoon has been extinguished.
Emergency crews fight large house fire at Tuakau south of Auckland
Emergency crews have been fighting a large house fire south of Auckland on Monday.
Trains return to Pukekohe after two-year station closure
Commuters can now take the train directly between Pukekohe and Auckland CBD after the rail line was electrified. Audio
'Refreshing' Karanga Plaza pool a hit with children - and adults
First person - Leonard Powell takes a dip in Auckland's newest saltwater pool, and declares it a winner. Audio
Manurewa Marae inquiry report delayed again
Findings from an inquiry into whether personal data collected at Manurewa Marae was misused for election purposes have once again been delayed.
School lunch delays: 'Our students deserve better than this'
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."
'It feels like the drinkers have won' as playground removed
Community members have been left reeling after a playground and seating area were dismantled and fenced off to deter public drinking.
Body washes up on Auckland's Bethells Beach
A body found on a beach on Auckland's west coast is believed to be that of a missing swimmer.
Toddlers escape daycare after door left open
A teacher accidentally left an exit door open and two children gained access to the carpark.
'Such an amazing shop': Arts and crafts fans lament closure of an institution
It's farewell but not a complete goodbye for a craft store, which is closing its doors after 45 years. Audio
Watch: Auckland elephant has first 'trunk-to-trunk' connection in Australia
Auckland Zoo relocated Asian elephant Burma to Monarto Safari Park in November. Video
'It's left a lot of scar tissue': Victim speaks out after bus attack
Police have arrested a young man in relation to the attack, however, they are still searching for a second alleged offender, a young woman.
New K road toilet block causes stink with some residents
They say its location has attracted anti-social behaviour leaving them feeling unsafe.
Speculation Desley Simpson will stand for Auckland mayoralty
There is growing speculation over whether Wayne Brown's own deputy and political ally is set to challenge him for the city's top job.
Motorists fined, cars seized after police patrol Auckland beach
Karioitahi Beach's speed limit was reduced to 20km/h after a request from local iwi Ngāti te Ata.
Patients 'flabbergasted' as water cut off at hospital
"People were wandering around the ward looking for water," one patient at Auckland Hospital says.
Water back on after country's biggest hospital went without overnight
The water was shut off in one of the main buildings while a leak in ward 38 was fixed. Audio
Hydrofoiling electric ferry takes maiden voyage over Hauraki Gulf
Soaring over the Hauraki Gulf, this Kiwi-built electric ferry is on its maiden voyage. Audio