Auckland news

Northland’s council water shake-up: Big changes, bigger bills ahead?
About 130,000 water connections in Northland will be affected by new plans.

Govt instructs Auckland Council to allow 15 storeys-plus buildings near key train stations
The Government says previous density requirements don't go far enough.
Voices from the Pacific

How a young widow's blog became a beacon of hope for others
Aucklander Lata Visinia shares her journey after losing her husband James, 33, to cancer.

‘Devastated’ family of Samoan fashion designer shot dead at US protest seek justice
His eldest brother said they were struggling to comprehend their sudden loss.

Thousands raised for family of Samoan fashion designer shot dead at protest against Trump
Over 5600 people, including Moana actor Auli’i Cravalho, have donated.
Auckland Property news

Air NZ tech boss tipped as new CEO
Could Air NZ be following a previous path in finding its new CEO?

Most of Ōrākei retirement village to be demolished, new $336m village to rise
The partnership means the retirement giant leases the Ōrākei site for 125 years.

Property Insider: Foodstuffs' $380m expansion with new Pak'nSave sites in the works
The biggest is a new application for a $100m Pak'nSave on reclaimed land in Takapuna.
Auckland Sport news
More Auckland news

Xero to acquire US platform Melio in $4.1b deal
Accounting software firm Xero plans to buy Melio for US$2.5b.

Auckland City FC earn famous draw with Argentine giants Boca Juniors
Auckland City FC finished the Club World Cup with a remarkable 1-1 draw.

Air NZ tech boss tipped as new CEO
Could Air NZ be following a previous path in finding its new CEO?

Tears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documents
Private ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.

Major supermarket apologises for humiliating woman with false shoplifting claim
The supermarket said its staff caused her public embarrassment and distress.

AI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lag
New Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.