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Transport bosses provide Auckland projects update, Mayor calls report horror story
Staff from Auckland Council, City Rail Link, Auckland Transport and KiwiRail met today to provide updates on a number of transport projects across the super city, amid what the Mayor is calling a…
Auckland Museum to display female T-rex fossil called Barbara
The Auckland Museum has announced its newest resident for the coming year, a partner for an existing star attraction.
Wayne Brown lays down law over makeup of Auckland Council committees
Mayor Wayne Brown is stamping his authority on Auckland Council, axing some committees and limiting the numbers on others.
Auckland harbour crossing: 'We just want to get on with it' - councillor
Like a bridge over troubled waters, the debate for a second harbour crossing in Auckland rolls on.
Auckland job fair: 45 employers, 2000 jobs and 800 attendees
More than 2000 jobs were up for grabs at the Ministry of Social Development's Auckland job fair today.
Auckland mayor meets council to discuss $270m budget shortfall
"The clock is ticking" - that was Auckland Mayor's message to the council as they met today to discuss solutions to a $270 million deficit in the proposed 2023-2024 Annual Budget.
Fireworks safety a concern ahead of Guy Fawkes
Concerns are being raised over the safety of fireworks ahead of Guy Fawkes this weekend.
Foodbag firm Woop tells hearing any employment breaches unintentional
The Employment Relations Authority has concluded its hearing on evidence of alleged worker exploitation by New Zealand food bag company Woop.
Food bag firm Woop probed over worker exploitation allegations
The company told the Employment Relations Authority today it had adhered to French law and internship agreements from the interns' schools.
Police warn of rise in 'sextortion' cases involving young victims
Police are warning of increasing incidents of extortion where young people are targeted on social media by overseas offenders.
Travel agents make a comeback due to flight booking challenges
A once key part of booking a holiday, travel agents are now making a comeback.
Ports of Auckland automation project review finds poor management
An independent review found the project suffered from clashes of personality and working styles, contributing to a poor working culture.
Chinese scientists develop face mask that can detect Covid-19
Scientists in China say they have developed a face mask capable of detecting Covid-19 in the air.
Clendon Park case: Arrested woman being taken to Seoul for extradition hearing
New Zealand police are seeking the extradition of a woman in Korea over the deaths of two children, whose bodies were found in suitcases in Auckland last month.
Aucklanders mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth
Aucklanders are the mourning the death of the Queen today with sentiments ranging from sadness to concern for the monarchy's future.
'We put our hearts and souls into our jobs': Nurses rally for better pay
Nurses took to the streets across the country today over what they say is pay disparity between community nurses and their counterparts in hospitals.
Flood clean-up likely to be 'biggest recovery' for Marlborough
A massive clean-up in the top of the south is underway after major flooding, and is being described as likely the "biggest recovery ever faced" in the Marlborough region.
Restaurants pull out all the stops to cater for foodies
Restaurant Month is coming to a close in Auckland - the first real taste test since the pandemic hit.
Kaeo residents say floods are the worst in years
Residents in the Far North say the heavy rain, wild weather and flooding has been the worst for a long time.
'Some people's houses were shaking': Puhoi feels full force of storm
Rain and thunder rocked Auckland last night, flooding a small town up north.
Second Waiheke ferry service raises fare prices
There has been another ferry service price hike for Waiheke Island residents.
Digital domain diversion mystery deepens with possible link to Young Nat
The registered owner of a website muddling links to Auckland mayoral candidates appears to be a Young Nat.
University debating society 'does not condone egg-based violence'
Two mayoral candidates were hit with eggs during a heated debate at the University of Auckland last night.
Report shows Pasifika people not applying for euthanasia
A new report from the Ministry of Health has shown no Pasifika New Zealanders have applied for assisted dying.
Cooking oil cost making businesses feel the burn
The cost of cooking oil is skyrocketing and those who use it to make their living are feeling the burn.
