The Auckland Council is investigating after dogs allegedly killed eight cats in East Auckland. Vet Elena Bryant’s security footage shows the dogs fatally mauling three of her cats.

The Government has instructed Auckland Council to allow apartment buildings of at least 15 storeys near key train stations as the City Rail Link (CRL) nears completion.

The Auckland Council voted on Friday to sell 7% of its 18.09% stake in Auckland Airport, New Zealand's largest, as part of a plan to reduce the local government body's debt.