500k number plates scanned daily: Concerns over Auckland's 'de facto vehicle-tracking' system
Police are able to tap into data gathered from across the road network.
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Wayne Brown welcomed the refresh to cut top jobs.
NZ Herald investigation: Why insurance may not save your home
With severe weather events on the increase, homeowners may not be covered by insurance.
Auckland Council wants Govt to fund Eastern Busway after regional fuel tax axed
The loss of the tax leaves a $1.2b hole in transport funding.
KiwiRail blows budget for Auckland’s mega rail network rebuild
The state-owned railway company is discussing more funding to complete the rebuild.
'It's nuts': Huge response to Auckland Council rubbish bin cull
The Herald's inbox was overflowing with rubbish-related correspondence.
Auckland Future Fund: Councillors go head-to-head
The fund has been proposed by Mayor Wayne Brown.
The cycleways of Auckland: Why do some cost so much more than others?
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'Hell in a handbasket': Aucklanders up in arms over council bin removal
For Aucklanders, it's Binpocalypse Now as thousands of bins begin to disappear.
Simon Wilson: Wayne Brown, the Auckland port and his questionable ‘future fund’
Opinion: The Auckland mayor has a lot of work to do to make his plans for the city stick.
Train schedules slashed: Auckland's Western Line faces disruption amid Kiwirail works
Some have questioned timing of the works, criticising the disruption for commuters.
'Visionary shaking up architecture worldwide': Jasmax architect Elisapeta Heta
Heta worked on the City Rail Link project, particularly Te Waihorotiu Station's design.
Explained: Mayor's $3-4b war chest to secure council's financial future, disaster response
It's not sensible to have all your eggs in two baskets, the council treasurer says.
Letters: Tackle why lost men join gangs; guarding the public purse
OPINION: 'Disillusioned, bored, aimless young men need a purpose.'
'That’s the legacy': Huge turnout across divide expected for Efeso Collins' funeral
The councillor, mayoral candidate and MP had a big impact on South Auckland youth.
$100m Radisson Red hotel planned for Auckland's Queen St
Second ex-bank HQ offices to be converted into a hotel, after InterContinenal Auckland.
Property Insider: Contentious retirement village survey, who wants $500k+ from failed builder
More than 300 NZ retirement villages and 71 operators ranked according to best practice.
Iconic Auckland cafe closure: 'We were blindsided'
The Manurewa community is urging officials to keep the popular local spot open.
Paula Bennett confirms she is eyeing up Auckland mayoralty
Wayne Brown: Local government shouldn't be a dumping ground for failed politicians.
Letters: The roadworks are necessary; and who should pay for a new Auckland stadium?
OPINION: 'The same petty criticism is happening all across the city.'
Developer still to pay $3m to Auckland Council after buying landmark skyscraper
The $3m deal was the fire sale of the century, says councillor John Watson.
Total signal failure behind widespread Auckland train disruption
Trains were halted for at least 23 minutes while the 'technical issue' was resolved.
'The council sucks': Vandals place mocking signs at popular beach
Vandals have attempted to use te reo Māori to add insult.
Efeso Collins 'most beautiful man with an orientation of love'
He was remembered as he lived - with love - following his sudden death.
Council apologises to parents after kids exposed to 'extremely graphic' sex booklet
'You have to have rocks in your head if you think this is acceptable for young children.'
Residents taking legal action against Auckland Council over land dispute
Kāinga Ora is is reapplying to build a 68-unit complex in Auckland's Blockhouse Bay.
Property Insider: Heartbreak from The Ridge apartment purchase
From apartment hell to apartment opening: The Ridge and The Greenhouse span the spectrum.
Average Auckland household facing $613 increase to rates and water bills this year
Rates could rise by 7.5 per cent and water bills 25.8 per cent.
Auckland mayor Wayne Brown on council’s long-term plan
The mayor is speaking to Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking.
Opinion: Auckland has a dog problem, and my staff are left to clean up the mess
Opinion: Our animal management and shelter staff deserve gratitude for the work they do.
Taylor Swift at Eden Park? Residents' overwhelming support, CEO 'exploring options' for more gigs
It comes after Eden Park recorded its most successful net operating profit year.
Wayne Brown: Why do public sector contracts go over budget and over time?
Opinion: "Since I became mayor, council has had to deal with a billion-dollar blow out".
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Brown v Brown showdown a positive for Auckland
OPINION: It's good to see a mayor squaring up to central government on behalf of the city.
Opened: Ponsonby's new The Greenhouse apartments, 19th block by Ockham Residential
Mayor praised Ockham Residential's apartment buildings as "architecturally fantastic!"