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The old Prinsevlag was seen as a symbol of repression for black South Africans. Picture / Supplied

The old Prinsevlag was seen as a symbol of repression for black South Africans. Picture / Supplied

Flag debate: Stop-gap design embraced by nation Photos Video 4:00AM Wednesday February 10, 2010

The only six-coloured flag in the world, South Africa's design aimed to pull together all strands of class and race, and colourfully mark a new post-apartheid era. But it was only ever intended to be a stop-gap flag, and was a last-minute choice that was so hurriedly picked it almost didn't make… More


Flag debate: Lessons for NZ in symbol for new era Photos Video Gregory Fortuin flies the New Zealand and South African flags at his Porirua home. Photo / Mark Mitchell 4:00AM Wednesday February 10, 2010

Gregory Fortuin says a new flag does not have to represent a tearing away from the past - it could be a symbol… More

Auckland man gets $1m home for $25 Warwick Hutchinson 4:00AM Tuesday February 09, 2010

A shy Aucklander is overwhelmed to have picked up a million-dollar home for just $25 in a church fundraiser. Warwick… More

New Orange order as society sells old hall The Orange Hall in Newton Rd has a rateable value of $2.4 million. Photo / Paul Estcourt 4:00AM Tuesday February 09, 2010

A colourful piece of Auckland's social history will soon be privately owned, as the heart of Auckland's early… More

House sales recovery held back by prospect of tax changes Potential property buyers tread carefully and seek expert advice. Photo / Supplied 4:00AM Monday February 08, 2010

The usual January jump in property sales has not happened and potential tax changes could be to blame. Property… More



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