Hunt continues for convicted killer on the run after Auckland hospital escape

Joint initiative helps more Pasifika people own homes in Auckland

In Auckland's Māngere, the Meredith family were among the first to benefit, moving into a brand-new four-bedroom home designed for multigenerational living.

Council, police investigating park worker's alleged pūkeko attack

Auckland Council said the staff member would not be working at the park while the matter was investigated and would "focus on other park-related work".

Two police officers bitten by dog in Rotorua, one requiring surgery

Police were making an arrest in the Bay of Plenty last night when they were attacked by a dog.

Three injured, one critically, in separate overnight Auckland incidents

Police are investigating two unrelated incidents in Gulf Harbour and Glen Innes, with one person in a critical condition and two others seriously hurt.