New ZealandActivist loses latest rates battlePenny Bright had appealed a decision made in February that required her to pay her rates, which have been outstanding since 2007.12 Jul 03:07 AM
New ZealandNew mayor and council 'face tough decisions'A new mayor and council for Auckland face some tough decisions on transport, housing, Ports of Auckland and asset sales, says a pre-election report.11 Jul 04:46 AM
Sponsored StoriesApartment living: pros and consDownsizing from a family home to an apartment can open up opportunities for a change in lifestyle, meeting new friends and exploring 10 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionBernard HickeyHickey: The great housing down-trouCOMMENT: John Key is more worried about the short-term fates of leveraged-up speculators and developers than the long-term fate of Generation Rent.09 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSad end for pup found in binA puppy found abandoned in a rubbish bin in central Auckland has been put down today.05 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil's city plan campaign queriedAuckland Council officers are being accused of getting politically involved in the Unitary Plan process05 Jul 05:30 PM
BusinessLeaky building bill to haunt Auckland descendantsAuckland Council has budgeted $291mi for the leaky building disaster and its financial forecasts indicate it will become an inter-generational issue.04 Jul 05:00 PM
BusinessGreen spaces on sales booksPublic reserves are being sold by Auckland Council without public consultation, triggering outrage among residents and elected representatives.04 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTreasures unearthed under St JamesAn array of artefacts have been found beneath the floorboards of the historic St James theatre as it undergoes a transformation.04 Jul 04:28 AM
New ZealandPoison thrown over dog owner's fenceA woman is urging pet owners to be vigilant after bacon-wrapped poison was thrown to her dog.04 Jul 03:33 AM
EditorialIt's time to get real about Auckland portEditorial: If Ports of Auckland was on the sharemarket, it would not be still enraging Aucklanders with these bids for more of the harbour.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Sponsored StoriesAucklanders want intensified housing done wellNew research by Auckland Council suggests more Aucklanders agree with intensification for the city's future growth under the Unitary 03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandEden Park pleads for concertsEden Park is making a last-ditch attempt to secure major concerts at the country's rugby fortress.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil dog amnesty proves a successMore than 1200 menacing dogs have been registered, microchipped and de-sexed as part of Auckland Council's menacing dogs amnesty.01 Jul 01:50 AM
Freight and logistics'Super port' needed for growthStudy of Auckland's port needs says future sea freight business should be moved to a new "super port" in the Manukau Harbour or the Firth of Thames.30 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessAuckland Port move could cost billionsPorts of Auckland could be moved to a new "super port" in the Manukau Harbour or the Firth of Thames at a cost of $4 billion to $5.5 billion.30 Jun 01:08 AM
New ZealandPuppy petition gets 10,000 signaturesA petition to save Chip the puppy from being put down has more than 10,000 signatures, but Council claim the dog is sick.28 Jun 05:51 AM
New ZealandReport recommends extending portSources say a long-awaited report into the future of Ports of Auckland is recommending a 25m extension into Waitemata Harbour.28 Jun 04:51 AM
BusinessWatercare plans for 195,000 new Akl dwellingsAuckland's growing fast - and the council-owned Watercare Services says it'll be spending $4.9 billion over the next decade to cope.27 Jun 01:10 PM
LifestylePuppy found in bin hoping for a homeA petition has been set up in an attempt to find a loving family for this dumped dog.27 Jun 02:28 AM
New ZealandCall to probe City Rail Link's costsAuckland councillors want the Auditor-General to investigate the City Rail Link's billion-dollar costs.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFuture uncertain for pound pup ChipAn Auckland electrician who rescued a young pup out of a rubbish bin is disappointed to his good deed might end with it being put down.25 Jun 10:09 PM
ConstructionAgency idea puzzles top officialA top Auckland Council official has questioned whether a new Auckland urban development authority is needed.23 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionEditorial: Reversal on tolls music to council earsSometime next year, when the Waterview tunnels are opened, Auckland's planned motorway network will be virtually complete.22 Jun 05:30 PM
New Zealand'They've gone unchecked for too long'A members bill to crack down on windscreen washers has the support of police and Auckland Council.22 Jun 05:41 AM
New ZealandAuckland housing accord drops below targetNew homes and sections created under the Auckland Housing Accord have dropped below target as the building industry struggles to find extra labour.21 Jun 07:47 AM
OpinionPenny Hulse: Industry needs to move over house build delayCOMMENT: So why are the houses that we so desperately need not being built? In my view, the supply of land is not the main problem.20 Jun 05:00 PM
ConstructionKey flags China options for cityJohn Key is allowing companies - including from China - to fund and build some of Auckland's infrastructure.19 Jun 09:20 PM
ConstructionPM floats urban development authorityPrime Minister John Key has floated the idea of a powerful new agency to oversee major building projects.19 Jun 08:30 PM
New ZealandAuckland Council performance 'needs to improve'Chief executive Stephen Town far from surprised over council's lowly 45 out of 100 performance rating.16 Jun 06:44 AM
New ZealandCouncil car hit by trainAn Auckland Council worker has escaped serious injury after his car was struck by a freight train in West Auckland this morning.15 Jun 01:59 AM
New ZealandCouncil targets 'free ride' dog ownersDog registration fees have risen this year but are cheaper if owners re-register their dogs during the "earlybird period".08 Jun 03:59 AM
OpinionJohn McCaulay: Full agenda for a visionary leaderCOMMENT: Is a downtown port in the biggest city the best use of the nation's most valuable real estate?05 Jun 05:00 PM
