New ZealandBrown sticks with 1 million figureAuckland Mayor Len Brown is sticking with a projected population growth figure of one million more Aucklanders.12 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandHulse confident law will sort 'override' provisionsAuckland Deputy Mayor Penny Hulse says she is confident the Government will address concerns about provisions in new legislation.12 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandLibrary height challengedAuckland Council is misrepresenting the height of the proposed $7.8 million Devonport library building, says Tony Koia.11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandHuge response to growth planAuckland Council is sifting through 22,700 comments on its first regional rule book for growth.11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil fights to deny Govt housing controlThe Auckland Council will today ask the Government to scrap provisions in new legislation allowing Wellington to take control of housing developments in Auckland.11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandBusiness groups lay into planBusiness groups have joined the chorus of complaints over a new planning rulebook for the city - although the Property Council has declared the first draft a pretty good effort.11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandEasing public fears on city blueprintLower building heights, tighter controls on developers and giving the public the right to object to apartment buildings are among changes being considered.09 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: City's grant to cathedral too generousThe Holy Trinity Cathedral occupies a special place in the life and landscape of Auckland. It is one of the city's grandest structures and the venue for state funerals of its grandest citizens.07 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil drops $3m in church plateThe Auckland Council has made a $3 million grant to the Holy Trinity Cathedral at a time, says one councillor, when families are struggling to put food on the table.06 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandWaitakere to lose passenger trainsAuckland's northwestern settlement of Waitakere is to lose passenger trains after more than 130 years.03 Jun 05:30 PM
BusinessCouncil not trusted: marine chiefA marine industry chief says his sector has shunned Hobsonville's Yard 37 development because it distrusts Auckland Council.03 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandNext step for Unitary plan could be 'after elections'Notification of changes to Auckland's controversial unitary plan could be out off until October, after the council's elections, Mayor Len Brown says.02 Jun 03:33 AM
OpinionEric Watson: In praise of life in high-intensity housingAn issue at the heart of Auckland's draft unitary plan is whether the density of housing should be raised in parts of the city.01 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandBuried by billsCharles Blower knows better than anyone how quickly body-corporate levies can skyrocket.01 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Plan changes suit developersDevelopers are worried Auckland Council will bow to public protest over its unitary plan and housing projects will continue to struggle to get going.01 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Right plan for nation's only global cityThe so-called debate on Auckland's draft Unitary Plan has become disconnected from the big-picture narrative that it serves: that contained in the overarching Auckland Plan, which aims to transform Auckland into the "world's most liveable city".31 May 05:30 PM
OpinionDr Ann Bartos & John Mauro: Learn from other citiesSeattle's an economic engine, a leader in sustainability and a hub for culture and creativity, writes Dr Ann Bartos and John Mauro. It could easily be Auckland.29 May 05:30 PM
OpinionJohn Palino: Council hasn't tried hard enoughWe have a huge growth challenge in our city, but with that challenge we have an equally great opportunity, writes Auckland mayoral candidate Joe Palino.29 May 05:45 AM
New ZealandSupport for draft plan 'fading fast'Support for the draft Unitary Plan is "melting faster than snow in sunshine" amid widespread anxiety over intensive housing proposals.28 May 05:30 PM
Business$1.6m consultancy fees under fireConsultants have been paid $1.6 million for work on Auckland Council's Yard 37 marine precinct development.27 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandMap: Draft Unitary PlanPublic submissions on Auckland Council's draft unitary plan close this week. View a map of the draft unitary plan here.26 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandPlan lacks up-versus-out cost comparisonThe Auckland Council hasn't done any work to compare urban and rural infrastructure costs as it asks Aucklanders to adapt to a new way of life.26 May 05:30 PM
OpinionChristine Rose: No wonder Aucklanders are angryThe draft plan and the housing accord have led to fear, uncertainty and distrust in both the process and in those promulgating the plan, writes Christine Rose.22 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandPotential conflicts loom on road aheadWhether it's walls of apartments on the ridges overlooking Browns Bay or 18-storey high rises in Newmarket, the council is facing a chorus of complaints.21 May 05:30 PM
OpinionJamie Hosking: Build up, not out to become world's most liveable cityIntensification of housing needs to be matched by intensification of amenities, writes Dr Jamie Hosking. It must be sensitive to heritage and design values,21 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandCasino wins with sinking lid, rivals saySkyCity's rivals say its pokie machines will earn more if Auckland Council heeds calls for a regional sinking lid policy on gaming venues.21 May 05:30 PM
