One dead following two-car crash in Karaka, Auckland

Evacuations after slip north of Auckland, heavy rain warnings in place

A slip in Waiwera has caused some people to be evacuated today, while most of Auckland and Northland is being warned about heavy rain ahead of the long weekend.

'Prolific' shoplifters caught with bin bags full of chocolate

The two women were being sought for earlier offences when police spotted their car on Mount Wellington Highway.

Man who confronted family over child's behaviour at pub defends action

"I never hit the kid, I tapped them on the bum with the back of my hand just to get his attention," explained Maurice Hall.

Father's eight-year fight after son killed by 'inherently unsafe' brakes

After a years-long inquiry into the death of an Auckland construction worker, a coroner has delivered a clear message.