Arts‘Life-changing’: Enyah Talamaivao wins first New Zealand Youth Choir scholarshipThe South Auckland Sāmoan classical singer and criminology student says the support will ease the financial pressure of chasing her musical dreams while helping her family.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 02 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingFairer or harder? Auckland Council keeps candidates in alphabetical orderCouncillors weighed concerns about electoral fairness against accessibility, simplicity and the potential cost of changing how candidates are listed.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 02 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingAuckland Council chief wants the Manurewa election allegations sent to him or PoliceTemporary observers appointed to support the local board will not investigate the voting claims, which Phil Wilson described as a criminal matter.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 02 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingDemand at Ōtara overnight clinic more than double forecastHealth NZ will not disclose the public cost of keeping Local Doctors Ōtara open around the clock, despite 1417 presentations between 11pm and 8am in July.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataMon, 31 Aug
Election • Tonga‘I’m a disruptor’: Māori-Tongan community worker is taking on Ōtāhuhu for the GreensTe Whatanui Leka Skipwith says years working with South Auckland youth and families have pushed him to seek political change, with cost of living and housing at the top of his list.Christine RovoiFri, 28 Aug
Law & OrderMan in custody as police investigate Wattle Downs homicidePolice are speaking with a 30-year-old man in custody as they continue investigating the deaths of a woman and man in South Auckland.Christine RovoiFri, 28 Aug
Law & OrderSouth Auckland double homicide: Shooting triggers police manhuntThe search continues for those responsible after a woman and a man were found dead at a Wattle Downs property.Christine RovoiThu, 27 Aug
Law & OrderTwo dead as South Auckland community placed on alert - policePolice have responded to an emergency at Gambare Place in Wattle Downs with nearby schools placed into lockdown as they investigate.PMN NewsThu, 27 Aug
CommunityŌtara’s rising talent take centre stage at inaugural free South Auckland music festivalFrom church choirs to orchestras, hip-hop and R&B, the Ōtara Music Festival will bring homegrown talent for a day of culture and community.PMN NewsThu, 27 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingCommunity volunteers help Police tackle crime on South Auckland's streets after darkWorking into the early hours, community safety patrol teams are seeking continued local board investment and equipment to help keep members safe.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 26 Aug
