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'God bless them': Church at centre of outbreak brushes off racist abuse
Māngere church cops a torrent of abuse after being named as a location of interest.
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Covid-19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: Aucklanders again queue early for testing stations around the city
However, staff say it is much quieter than previous days.
Manurewa Marae calls for support after surge in tests, vaccines and parcels
The marae swung into action as soon as lockdown was announced a week ago.
Ōtahuhu fatal shooting: Community had a 'gutsful'
Nearby residents say the shooting is "scary" and "too close to home".
Frustration boils over at Avondale testing centre
Cars were waiting in line in Henderson before 6am today.
Live: Cases set to rise for five days - Minister; more locations linked to outbreak including fast-food restaurants; lockdown exit 'messy' - expert
There are now 302 places of interest. Eight new sites including takeaways and gyms.
'Bracing myself': Parents preparing for week of home schooling
Government has confirmed the level 4 restrictions will run until at least Tuesday night.
Lockdown's lighter moments: A passion fruit-flavoured Ashley Bloomfield pie
"It's condensed milk panna cotta with passion fruit pastry!"
A cluster within an outbreak: Church service a priority for contact tracers
Māngere church service last Sunday now a location of interest.
First vaccine drive-through underway at airport
The event at the Park and Ride site at Auckland Airport is set to give 1000 jabs today.
Arrest made after driver in stolen car flees police, rams cop cars, house
The alleged fleeing driver - a 43-year-old man - has been charged with multiple offences.
The guide to surviving that long wait for a Covid test
With some experiencing waits of close to 12 hours, you need to be prepared.
What really happens when police respond to a firearms job
Police are called to a home invasion by a group armed with knives and a gun.
Analysis: The one word of advice for cops facing a gunman
The crims already have guns. For cops, critical choices are made in split-seconds.
Fires destroy three North Island homes
No one was injured in the three house fires overnight.
South Auckland brawl: Two injured people remain stable in hospital
Police said two people are still in hospital recovering from their injuries today.
One critical, one seriously injured in South Auckland street fight
Several people have been taken to hospital after the brawl in Clover Park.
Visually impaired student in wheelchair 'almost killed' on first day of school
"Were [this] a decile 10 high school...these issues would not exist," principal says.
Alfriston Rd murder: Domestic tyrant granted bail before fatal attack
Palmer Edward Marsters sentenced to life, with a minimum of 12 years before parole.
Dangerous road: Rural south Auckland residents call for action
Locals are calling for action to make safety improvements to a notorious road.
'Another afterthought': Disabled community forgotten in Covid rollout - advocates
It comes after reports of varied experiences for disabled people getting vaccinated.
South Auckland shooting: Three men charged
Three men aged between 22 and 27 will appear in the Manukau District Court today.
'Opposite policing to US': Majority officers want to be routinely armed
NZ is one of just 19 countries around the world in which police aren't routinely armed.
Businesses struggle with south Auckland's homeless
Rough sleepers and beggars are causing problems for at least two business associations.
Spookers back on sale: Ghouls resume hunt for new owners
New Zealand's most haunted attraction is back up for sale - with 140 resident ghouls.
Cops investigate Ōtāhuhu street violence
Dozens of Rebels members at violent scene - but cops say chaos not linked to turf war.
Collins targets 'easily winnable' election if National sticks together
Judith Collins promises members she can win the election - if the party stays focused.
Ōtāhuhu gang-related incident: One seriously injured
Police and emergency services have been called to Fort Richard Rd in Ōtāhuhu.
Driver dies after smashing into parked car
A person has died after smashing into a parked car in Takanini.
Bruised National promises it has learned its lesson
National kicked off its Party conference promising to "learn the bitter lessons of 2020".