New ZealandHome-loss fears fuel race in Maungakiekie-TamakiSpiralling rates and views blocked by high-rise developments may seem like First World problems to the poorest residents of Maungakiekie-Tamaki.18 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandCandidates changing names to top listWhat's in a name? Plenty, when you're at the bottom of an alphabetically ordered ballot form. And that's why some local body candidates are changing their names.18 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandHeated battle for coveted 'capital'The gloves are off in the Waitemata and Gulf ward to claim the prize of what the incumbent Mike Lee calls the capital of Auckland.17 Sep 05:30 PM
BusinessWaterfront Auckland buzzing over CupThe prospects for Auckland redeveloping more of its formerly industrial waterfront and the fortunes of many big planned new city projects are being seen as enhanced.16 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandGolf club may swing land deal for cashOne of Auckland's oldest and nearest golf clubs to the CBD is considering selling its 4th hole to get out of the financial rough as membership subscriptions dwindle.15 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandRodney wants its fair shareAfter three years of trying to fit in with a fast city set, rural communities to Auckland's north are weighing up the worth of being under the Super City umbrella.15 Sep 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Shower' jibe stuns audienceA model in body paint was publicly humiliated when Wellington councillor and mayoral candidate John Morrison told a packed charity art exhibition they would be showering together after the show.14 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandCricket great seeks mayoral chainsJohn Morrison used to dream of spending his retirement growing vegetables and catching fish.14 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandMan charged with threatening LawsA man charged with threatening Wanganui mayoral candidate Michael Laws has appeared in court.11 Sep 11:03 PM
New Zealand2016 start to city rail link - BrownAuckland Mayor Len Brown says he will push for a 2016 start to the $2.86b city rail link after promising voters he would have the project finished by 2017.11 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandBattlefield: Haves + have-notsIn the lead-up, the <i>Herald</i> is examining all 13 Super City wards, and analysing the big issues and contests.10 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandCameron Brewer: Public needs to see mayor's plan for controlling rising council debtIn the short life of the inaugural Auckland Council, debt levels have soared.09 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandHeritage a concern in growth areaIn the lead-up, the <i>Herald</i> is examining all 13 Super City wards, and analysing the big issues and contests.09 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionWaterfront better for Te PapaOffered a prime location on the Auckland waterfront, who would turn it down? Answer: Te Papa Tongarewa, the national museum.09 Sep 05:30 PM
BusinessCouncil insurer on provisional licenceAn insurance company owned by New Zealand's local councils is one of three insurers that will be allowed to continue to operate on a provisional licence.09 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandBrown all alone in action on planMayoral candidate Palino says blueprint should not be publicly notified until infrastructure and other studies done.09 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandShow us the money: votersThe talk is of big money and benefits of the Super City, but it's hard work for the hopeful politicians to convince their audience of 60 Milford residents that their lot has changed.08 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandLifejacket message not sinking inA multi-language campaign to get West Auckland rock fishers to wear lifejackets is struggling to make headway against an undercurrent of risky behaviour.08 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionMore precise development plan neededToday's Editorial: Local body election year might not be the best time to rewrite the city's planning rules - but it's not a bad time either.08 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanOnline system can't win any votesInstead of trying to inspire voters to get out and do their democratic duty in a few weeks, Local Government Minister Chris Tremain has as good as conceded turn-out is going to be poor.05 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandLake Rd turns watery after main burstsA burst water transmission main on Auckland's North Shore has been isolated and an electrician is assessing damage to nearby flats.05 Sep 12:58 AM
SportMore money for sports groundsAuckland Council has started to fill a huge shortfall in sports fields and quality playing surfaces, with a $32 million two-year plan for new artificial and sand carpet fields.04 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandSuper City elections 2013: Transport a big issue for FranklinMaking sure Franklin is not the forgotten part of town is the big issue for residents there.03 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandMayor vows council body review if re-elected to officeAuckland Mayor Len Brown is promising a post-election review of council-controlled organisations (CCOs), which could see the number trimmed from seven to four.03 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandMayor tones down intensity plansThe Auckland Council is scaling back intensification plans for the city weeks before October's local body elections.02 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandOld versus new in South AucklandIn the lead-up to the elections, the <i>Herald</i> will examine all of the Super City's 13 wards, analysing the big issues and contests.01 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil meets to thrash out Unitary PlanThe Auckland Council is sitting down for a three-day meeting this morning to work out the final shape of its controversial Unitary Plan.27 Aug 09:59 PM
