The LynnMall Confrontation A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged after allegedly showing security staff at LynnMall in New Lynn that he was carrying a fake pistol in his waistband before stealing a hoodie. Waitematā West Area Prevention Manager acting inspector Nick Salter stated that police received a security call from the shopping centre … Read more
According to 1News, Auckland’s underground Karanga-a-Hape Station hosted performances by artists including Kween Kong and Jaycee from the Kiki House of Iman ahead of the $5.5 billion City Rail Link project opening next month. The event brought local arts and rainbow communities 33 metres below Karangahape Road to celebrate the upcoming transit milestone. Community Celebrations … Read more
Residents in the Auckland suburb of Devonport gathered to protest an eight-storey building plan submitted for the Government’s fast-track approval, which they argue will block picturesque views and overshadow heritage buildings. The proposal includes apartments, a hotel, and retail spaces built above existing heritage structures, prompting community backlash over scale and local voice. Devonport Protests … Read more
South Auckland’s newest railway stations have officially opened, returning passenger services to Drury and Paerātā for the first time since 1972 according to 1News. The formal opening ceremony was held this afternoon, led by Rail Minister Winston Peters and Transport Minister Chris Bishop. Commuters across Franklin and the wider South Auckland region will see passenger … Read more
Ahmed Al-Obaidy, a businessman remembered by his family as the heartbeat of their extended relatives, was killed in October 2024 following an online meeting that turned into a fatal robbery orchestrated by Amy Parker, 24, Howard Te’Ao, 23, and Joseph Patolo, 21, according to court documents presented in the High Court at Auckland. High Court … Read more
Immediate Increase Falls Short of 2021 Commitment In recent weeks, New Zealand Nurses Organisation delegate Neil Warrington discovered that the immediate increase would only be 11 beds instead of the full 30 promised under the Labour-led government’s initial 2021 funding announcement. “We were promised 30 beds, we need 30 beds, it should be 30 beds,” … Read more
A 41-year-old man has been charged with two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder following a homicide investigation launched after two people were found dead in Auckland’s Glenfield overnight, according to police statements. Police Investigation and Arrests in Birkdale and Glenfield Police were initially called to a residential address on Seon Place … Read more
Tottenham’s pre-season preparations take them to Eden Park in Auckland on Sunday, July 26, 2026, for a fixture against reigning A-League champions Auckland FC, according to club announcements. The 4am BST kick-off marks the club’s second summer fixture as manager Roberto De Zerbi prepares his squad for the upcoming Premier League campaign, following two seasons … Read more
Severe weather is lashing the lower North Island and parts of the upper North Island, bringing heavy rain, flash flooding risks, strong winds, and road closures across the country on Saturday. Motorists are urged to take extra care as intense downpours create hazardous road conditions and surface flooding. Wellington Flash Flooding and MetService Warnings Heavy … Read more
Ireland centre Bundee Aki returned to his roots at Manurewa High School in South Auckland following Ireland’s test match against the All Blacks at Eden Park. The surprise visit, confirmed by the school’s social media channels, highlighted the athlete’s ongoing connection to his upbringing despite a decade-long professional career in Ireland. The Connection Between Professional … Read more