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What will Wayne do? Simon Wilson on the challenge for Auckland's mayor now

Opinion: Wayne Brown is determined to make a difference and he has a mandate to do it.

Mayoral candidates stuck in cliffhanger, more results expected today

More results are expected to be released today as Saturday's votes enter the mix.

Morning quiz: Which Chase UK quizmaster has been named to be in the NZ version?

Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.

Small gin makers plot comeback after fight with global giant

The global firm that owns Monster Energy opposed the start-up using the word 'mother'.

'We started dating in secret': Dear Jane attends the Presbyterian Church apology

I was special, he said. Mature for my age. He seemed nervous. I probably giggled.

Timber Museum's big plan: Putāruru site aiming for top tourist tier

The museum holds rare machinery, including New Zealand’s last intact Crabtree engine.

'Finish the job': Wayne Brown's letter to Aucklanders after winning second term

OPINION: Wayne Brown says the City Rail Link and Convention Centre will open next year.

From pay cuts to power cuts: The perils of crutching back in the day

Union fights, restricted power supply, and rogue sheep — crutching was no easy job.

Ten-year-old girl missing from Cornwall Park found alone at Westfield Newmarket

Lily was last seen by family members at 5pm yesterday.

Far North clear, Whangārei and Kaipara uncertain: How Northland’s local elections are shaping up

Far North mayor Moko Tepania is 3600 votes ahead of challenger Ann Court.

Who's in and out? Tight races and big political comebacks in local elections

Hawke’s Bay bucked the turnout slump, recording a sharp rise in local voting.

Stoltz on track for third mayoral term after strong early lead

The second-place candidate Colin Alder said Stoltz was a "solid advocate" for the region.

He told everyone not to vote for him in Auckland's local body elections... did they listen?

How many votes did comedian Jamaine Ross get after saying he did not want the job.

Did local body candidate Jamaine Ross get elected despite telling people not to vote for him

The comedian said he did not want the job but entered the race because he told a room of people he would. Video / Instagram / @jamaine_ross

Tim Macindoe has been confirmed as Hamilton’s new mayor

Former MP Tim Macindoe has been confirmed as Hamilton’s new mayor. Video / Tom Eley

Watch: Wayne celebrates with wife at tennis club after Auckland mayoralty win; Defeated Leoni 'really concerned' about leadership

The 79-year-old says this will be his final term leading the Super City.