Auckland'Democratic voice denied': Claims rural Aucklanders 'misled' after shock rates jumpSome rural households were hit with rates hikes of more than 20% this year.15 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandDemand for Auckland apartment living rises fast; Remuera and Mt Eden top upmarket demandA new study reveals growing demand for apartments and where that demand is strongest.14 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumOpinionSimon 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
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.A 150mm water main has burst on Rosebank Road in Avondale, causing localised flooding to multiple sections and sending water 8–10 metres into the air. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Aug 05:04 PM
New Zealand'A billion-dollar question': Future of housing buyouts uncertainRecent extreme weather is prompting a rethink of housing protections.17 Jul 05:00 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