PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wilson'Complete rubbish': Mayor blasts councillor's comments on Auckland housing plan 'Planning by firing squad' and 'a gun to the head of the city' are a sample of reactions.29 Aug 02:41 AM
PremiumNew ZealandAuckland's big debate: Why we're planning for 2 million homesOpinion: The new housing rules and news from the election campaigns under way in Auckland.22 Aug 05:00 PM
AucklandRural rates revolt: Anger mounts over 'staggering' increases A Facebook page against the hikes has attracted nearly 1000 members.19 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumAucklandCouncil hires private investigator to track homeowner over $220k rates bill15 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: The double tax hitting ratepayers in the pocket12 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'We are trapped': Rural family face 73% rates rise and can't sell landWatch11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandPM's rates nearly double at his Waiheke pad; Auckland billionaire has $225k bill 09 Aug 05:00 PM
AucklandWatch: Burst water main in Avondale sends water spraying roughly 8–10 metres into the air.Watch04 Aug 05:04 PM
BusinessReport: Auckland's car reliance, low housing density lagging peersAuckland relies heavily on cars due to limited transport options.14 Jul 11:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wilson'Courage is contagious': The return of the Rainbow Warrior and other Auckland news Opinion: Love this City looks at Auckland Council and other city news of the week. 11 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandMayor learned of billionaires' arena project collapse while holidaying in FijiWayne Brown was in Fiji when the Auckland Arena backers withdrew.09 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil reform: The Wayne Brown way has arrivedAuckland Council has a new development office and has taken direct control of planning.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCraig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreationOPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Local government reform could mean reshaping, not ditching, regional councilsOPINION: Shane Jones argued there's no compelling case for regional councils. Is he right?26 Jun 05:00 PM
Sport'It's got the history': Ex-speedway promoter's concerns over future of Western SpringsThe council is currently mulling over three proposals for the venue.24 Jun 12:35 AM
New ZealandPonsonby land values drop over $400k as new valuations reveal shiftsCouncil valuations show Ponsonby properties fell 14% from $2.65m to $2.27m.15 Jun 07:00 PM
Sport'Our home': Ex-rugby star's emotional plea as Western Springs consultation comes to closePonsonby Rugby Club's future is up in the air amid public consultation on Western Springs.14 Jun 06:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBest house, worst street? Compare your home's valuation with others in your areaHow does your home's value compare within your street, neighbourhood and suburb?13 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris KnoxChris Knox: Why it's time to dump Auckland Council's property valuationsOPINION: Council valuations are a year old on release and don't reflect property values.10 Jun 04:52 AM
New ZealandAuckland's property valuations are out – search yoursThe city's delayed and much-anticipated property valuations are finally out.09 Jun 10:40 PM
New ZealandAuckland residential property values drop 9%, new CVs to be released this weekRates will rise by 5.8% from July 1, based on new valuations.09 Jun 02:30 AM
New ZealandAuckland rates and water bills to rise by $324 from JulyRates will jump by 5.8% and water bills by 7.2%. 28 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandConfidential Auckland blueprint tackles housing intensification, flood risksThe new rules aim to protect against floods while boosting housing near transport.27 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Council rates are the tax we love to hateOPINION: The only certainties in life are death and taxes – and both are expensive.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRelease date set for Auckland's long-awaited property revaluations The new CVs are due out in the week June 9-13.19 May 11:56 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKey reveals moves to 'sideline' two ministers to get CRL builtMayor Wayne Brown says he hasn't visited Wellington in 10 years and has no plans to.07 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Council reaches settlement with cafe owner over $900,000 rates debtThe settlement prevents a forced sale of Rupa's Cafe and two homes.22 Apr 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Messy': Why Auckland property valuation delays could mean fluctuating rates for homeownersTime is short for the release of new valuations to set rates, says councillor Chris Darby.13 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland property valuations delayed again, could be 18 months outdatedThe valuations are a source of fascination for property-mad Aucklanders.08 Apr 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTrevor McKewenSports Insider: Keep the Saudis out of Kiwi sportOPINION: New Zealand Rugby would do well to be passed over by Saudi interests.19 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: NZ’s housing market model is unsustainableOPINION: House price increases cause economic harm, a Weekend Herald article says.09 Mar 04:00 PM