Auckland local news evening update for February 02, 2026. If you are trying to get home on the train network tonight, you might need a backup plan as a fault near Middlemore causes widespread disruption across the Southern and Eastern lines.

We also have an update from the courtroom regarding the high-profile Westmere mansion party incident, where a witness has described the moment a glass caused a serious neck injury. In lighter news, we celebrate thirty years of the SkyCity complex changing the Auckland skyline, and a quirky piece of local real estate history known as the 'giant milk bottle house' hits the market for the first time in half a century. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Auckland, your daily source for Auckland news and community events.

Auckland local news noon update for February 02, 2026. Breaking news from the council-controlled organisation sector as Auckland Transport's boss announces his resignation ahead of major reforms. We also tackle the sticky situation of 92% humidity gripping the city and what it means for your sleep tonight.

In business news, a local retail giant sees a surge in sales, and we look ahead to the Winter Olympics with Kiwi snowboarding star Zoi Sadowski-Synnott opening up about her recovery and readiness. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Auckland, your daily source for Auckland news and community updates.

Auckland local news morning update for February 02, 2026. We start the week with reports of a dangerous incident involving a massive group of dirt bikers causing havoc on Auckland roads over the weekend. We also cover a sobering report about fatigue crashes during the morning school run—vital listening for parents hitting the road in the city this morning.

In local culture, SkyCity celebrates a major milestone, and international pop star Lily Allen announces a return to the region. Plus, we wrap up with some sporting triumphs for the Black Ferns Sevens and a quirky real estate listing that has everyone in Auckland talking about a house shaped like a giant milk bottle. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Auckland, your daily source for Auckland news and community updates.

Auckland local news evening update for February 01, 2026. As the weekend winds down in Tāmaki Makaurau, we cover a distressing accident at a Mt Albert pool that serves as a serious safety reminder. We also look at the local connection to the latest Epstein file release involving a well-known Auckland academic.

In transport news, we discuss why an expert thinks congestion charges might actually make pollution worse for the city. Plus, prepare for a toss-and-turn kind of sleep as we head into a humid night, and we wrap up with some tropical honeymoon vibes from a local media personality. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Auckland, your daily source for Auckland news and community updates.

Auckland local news noon update for February 01, 2026. It is a relaxed Sunday in Tāmaki Makaurau as we roll into the afternoon. We break down the major change to prescriptions kicking in today and why pharmacists are asking for a little patience at the counter. Plus, we mark a significant milestone for the city skyline as SkyCity prepares to celebrate its 30th birthday tomorrow.

We also have huge sporting news from overseas where a Kiwi teen has obliterated a national record in Boston, and we get the inside scoop on the best local hangouts from SailGP star Leo Takahashi. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Auckland, your daily source for Auckland news and community updates.

Auckland local news morning update for February 01, 2026. We are waking up to a fresh month in Tāmaki Makaurau, but we are starting with a warning for swimmers after a gruesome accident at a popular local pool. We also look at the political stoush brewing over a six-figure hotline dedicated to reporting road cones, and catch up on the latest movements in the Auckland housing market as the 'one million dollar club' gets a shake-up.

Plus, we have the details on a heartbreaking late loss for Auckland FC over in Perth, and we wrap up with a feel-good local success story about a couple pouring love and investment back into the dance studio where they first met. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Auckland, your daily source for Auckland news and community updates.

Auckland local news evening update for January 31, 2026. As the sun sets on a busy Saturday in Tāmaki Makaurau, we are looking at a frustrating day for the health sector with widespread IT outages affecting hospitals. We also dive into a relatable employment dispute at a Farmers store in Botany that has locals talking, and checking out a scathing review of a new high-end CBD hotel restaurant.

Finally, we wrap up with some electric news from the court as the NZ Breakers pull off a stunner against Melbourne. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Auckland, your daily source for Auckland news and community updates.

Auckland local news noon update for January 31, 2026. As we head into the afternoon, the situation at the Harbour Bridge has escalated into a standoff between police and protesters. We also cover a developing story at one of the city's top schools, Diocesan School for Girls, regarding their new principal. looking ahead, we have a weather warning for your Monday commute that you will want to prepare for.

On a brighter note, we are spotlighting a fantastic local success story coming out of Pakuranga, where a couple is betting big on the future of dance in Auckland. It is a great reminder of the creativity fueling our city.

Stay informed with ExtraLocal Auckland, your daily source for Auckland news and community updates.