Auckland Region
How Ports of Auckland plans to deliver $1b profits to council
But there are no penalties if it does not keep up its end of the bargain. Audio
Auckland's western train line commuters can expect more reliable services 'in the coming months'
Work to rebuild the foundations of the Western Line in preparation for the City Rail Link is nearly complete.
Ponsonby shooting: More security, police patrols needed, bar owner says
Ponsonby Road businesses are looking to fund their own extra security guards after a fatal shooting on the street.
More Fullers ferry services to resume normal timetable after disruptions
Services have been restricted for six months due to staff shortages.
Ponsonby shooting: Hone Kay-Selwyn sought by police
The 31-year-old has a warrant for arrest for unlawful possession of a firearm. Here's how the situation has unfolded.
Watch: Elderly woman knocked to the ground in unprovoked attack
A 43-year-old man has been arrested in Auckland after an elderly woman was viciously knocked to the ground in an unprovoked attack in broad daylight on Sunday.
Port of Auckland long-term lease taken off the table, mayor says
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown says Port of Auckland land, assets and operations will be retained under council ownership.
'There's got to be more help' - Auckland mayor shocked at Ponsonby shooting
As police continue to search for a gunman after Sunday's fatal shooting in Ponsonby, mayor Wayne Brown has expressed his shock.
'Extremely dangerous': Police hunting for man after fatal Ponsonby Road shooting
Police say members of the public should not approach a man believed to be behind the shooting.
The residents who will be hardest hit by congestion charging
South Aucklanders face a lack of reliable and affordable public transport, meaning they'll cop any charges the worst, the local board says.
Labour says Government's water plan will see some councils 'left out in the cold'
Meanwhile, the party and National are also odds about whose plan to fix the pipes will cost more. Audio
Public transport advocates push for Te Huia funding
More than 200 people signed a petition, calling for the government to continue funding the service.
Woman seeks $30k refund from builder as garage sits unfinished
"I think he's blocked me": Roshni Devi says a builder has left her in the lurch with an unfinished job and poorly done flooring.
Auckland Transport in talks with NZTA to share costs of congestion charge
AT could introduce charges for using strategic roads from early 2026.
Could Auckland's water deal work for other councils?
Auckland will be able to borrow more money for infrastructure, with the cost spread over a longer period, avoiding a 25.8 percent water rates hike. Audio
One person dead on Ponsonby Road - reports
There are reports that a person has been killed on Ponsonby Rd in Auckland, and there is a heavy police presence in the area.
DIANZ warns about synthetic cannabinoid sold as fake DMT
The drug appears as a yellow powder and has led to a person being hospitalised in the Auckland region.
Auckland's new water plan unveiled
The government claims Aucklanders will avoid a projected 25.8 percent water rates increase with the coalition's Local Water Done Well plan.
Auckland academics call out university's stance on Palestine protest
University of Auckland staff are concerned by a move to block a protest encampment on campus to call for support for the rights of Palestinians.
Wayne Brown tells Auckland Transport to ‘shut up and listen’
Mayor Wayne Brown has told Auckland Transport to "shut up and listen" as he pushes ahead with his election promises.