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Christine Fletcher and Troy Churton: Why Auckland's 2 million-home zoning plan goes too far, too fast

OPINION: Plan Change 120 is one of the most contentious ever proposed by Auckland Council.

$2.7m Auckland house famous for homemade political billboards at risk of being seized

Ike Finau has spent 20 years posting signs attacking judges, politicians and councillors.

Auckland rates shake-up on table as new councillor pushes for review of flat charge

The uniform annual general charge puts more of the rates' burden on to lower-value homes.

Rates dispute: Council to revalue all properties in luxury Ōnetangi 'hotspot'

Christopher and Amanda Luxon's private holiday home is in the exclusive enclave.

Akl rates revenue hits $3b, typical household rates bill up 85% since Super City merger

Rates now make up 35% of council income, down from nearly half in 2010.

Inside the new councillors' to-do lists: What each wants done in Auckland this term

Problems with roaming dogs are a high priority for two councillors.

Mayor bombarded with 1500 emails before sending 'f*** off' reply

Ratepayer lobby says profane response 'water off a duck's back'.

'Democratic voice denied': Claims rural Aucklanders 'misled' after shock rates jump

Some rural households were hit with rates hikes of more than 20% this year.

Demand for Auckland apartment living rises fast; Remuera and Mt Eden top upmarket demand

A new study reveals growing demand for apartments and where that demand is strongest.