Soldier drowns in exercise gone wrong
A Court of Inquiry found Wayne Taylor hit his head after falling off a ladder, knocking himself unconscious as he toppled into the water.
How to deal with your racist uncle
OPINION: When Uncle Mike comes out with his drunken pronouncements, challenge him.
Actions have consequences
OPINION: We must respond to the terrorist attack in Christchurch, but actions have consequences.
Interpreters 'in no man's land'
They helped Kiwi soldiers in Afghanistan, now they're struggling to cope with the fallout in NZ.
ARL delay semi pro comp
Despite the change in ownership of the Warriors, the ARL have yet to launch a semi pro comp.
Thousands exposed to lead-based paint
The majority of Housing NZ homes across the country still contain lead-based paint according to an Official Information Act request.
Man v booze machine
He wanted a decent local pub - and ended up in a David and Goliath fight with the monopoly running alcohol sales in West Auckland.
1080 blackmailer declined parole
Jeremy Hamish Kerr has been busy in prison with a beekeeping business.
My new sport is 'Dadding'
OPINION: Trying to keep up with three young daughters leaves me exhausted every week.
Crash cleared on Harbour Bridge
A multi-vehicle crash which blocked lanes on Auckland Harbour Bridge has now been cleared.
The day of the DVD is not done
While video tapes are unlikely to ever make a resurgence, DVDs continue to have an appeal to families and film enthusiasts, an academic says.
Elderly labrador seized from home
Atticus is "just a lovable wee chap who does nothing but sit at home and live his best life" - but his registration had lapsed.
Unwanted houses abound
There's an unwanted-house surplus - you can pay $1k for this Grey Lynn tiny home, or get a bigger one free.
House makes its own power
Power bills are not a worry for the Durbin family, who have listed their 10 Homestar Passive House Plus.
A designer's own dream home
James Doole says he changed his mind 100,000 times before deciding on the final look of his waterfront home.
Precious greenstone mere still missing
A 26-year-old man will appear at Auckland District Court charged in connection with stealing the precious artefact.
Woman's royal birthday surprise
Joan Fleming, 95, played in the garden with Queen Elizabeth II when they were younger.
'Remuera tractors' prompt car park closure
SUVs, utes and vans were banned due to weight restrictions but drivers continued to flout the rules.
Business as usual till 3pm for schools
Schools will remain open on Tuesday after cancellation of union meeting.
Man critical after workplace incident
The incident happened around lunchtime on Sunday in Wiri, an industrial area in south Auckland.
Manukau man missing
A man with autism, whose disappearance several years ago made headlines, has gone missing again.
Protest after nurse attacks
Staff gathered outside Auckland's Middlemore Hospital to call for better safety measures.
Rewa an 'undue risk' to safety
Malcolm Rewa can seek parole in eight years - but his chances of release are miniscule, lawyer says.
Half of pollution cases thrown out
Councils across the country struggle to convict those found polluting our environment, and have drastically dropped the number of cases they take to court.
Wairau Valley polluting waterways
One in four sites at Albany's industrial zone are polluting Auckland's North Shore - and business owners are slow to change their habits.
Auckland stands with Christchurch
Grieving Aucklanders are standing in unity in support of their Muslim neighbours.
Business as usual till 3pm for schools
Schools will remain open on Tuesday after cancellation of union meeting.
'Lock up our grandson'
Stealing cars, sleeping rough, huffing solvents and drinking. Henry isn't your regular 14-year-old.
Johnny Danger memorial planned
A memorial ride along for social media daredevil Johnny "Danger" Bennett, is set to become an annual charitable event.
'Racism' causing disparities in health care
Māori and Pasifika people are more likely to die from cancer, heart disease, car crashes and suicide than other ethnicities.
Half of pollution cases thrown out
Councils across the country struggle to convict those found polluting our environment, and have drastically dropped the number of cases they take to court.
'I can still feel her hug'
Beverley Cook would spend hours cleaning her truck after work. She died doing what she loved.
Request for more time on dieback
Fix open tracks first before re-opening any more, conservationist Dr Mels Barton says.
Legal battle cost council 'significantly'
Peter Mawhinney's legal battle for his land has ended, at least for the next five years.
Denver Chance murder accused named
Jay Christopher Lingman pleads not guilty to killing Aucklander and will go to trial in 2020.
Protest follows attack on staff
Union plans safety rally as hospital bolsters security following daylight attack on two staff members
'Snug' new police cars to be replaced
Healthy and safety concerns about a lack of headroom sees new liftback police cars taken off frontline duties.
Touching tribute stops traffic
A kete of aroha, a flower for every Christchurch shooting victim and a beautiful portrait have stopped traffic outside a school.
'I can still feel her hug'
Beverley Cook would spend hours cleaning her truck after work. She died doing what she loved.
Fear stopping male abuse victims
Men spoke up about abuse after the Sunday documentary #Mentoo. Michael Jackson film hasn't had the same effect.
Appeal dismissed over 'callous' bashing
Kevin Everett went fishing with friends the day after he gave his partner the beating that would ultimately kill her.
Truck fire, car crash
Two traffic incidents, two road closures. Motorists can expect heavy traffic in Warkworth.
'I can still feel her hug'
Beverley Cook would spend hours cleaning her truck after work. She died doing what she loved.
Dieback fears over treatment plant
Major earthworks in a forest closed to foot traffic "makes absolutely no sense", residents say.
'Racism' causing disparities in health care
Māori and Pasifika people are more likely to die from cancer, heart disease, car crashes and suicide than other ethnicities.