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Bryce Edwards: Political roundup: Act's choice of revival or survival

The choice facing the elite Act Party Board members, who meet tomorrow to start deciding on its new leader, is one of focusing on either survival or revival, writes Bryce Edwards.

Bryce Edwards: Political roundup: The politics of flag-waving

National flags have long been deeply integrated into politics, writes Bryce Edwards.They can be a powerful force for patriotism and nationalism, but also for electoral advantage.

Where are the Pacific entrepreneurs?

Pacific Islanders need to rediscover their entrepreneurial spirit, says the new minister tasked with turning around their job and education prospects.

Tony Holman: PPPs short-term gain but long-term pain

Mayor Brown has had another vision and is claiming public-private partnerships (PPPs) can relieve the burden on ratepayers.

Judge flexes muscles on blueprint hearings

Aucklanders have until the end of next month to lodge submissions on the city's new planning rulebook, or Unitary Plan, says Environment Court judge David Kirkpatrick.

Auckland economy set to sparkle

Auckland's economic prospects look the best in seven years, based on labour, housing construction and manufacturing activity.

Bryce Edwards: Political roundup: Fighting and debating inequality in 2014

David Cunliffe has sparked some big questions with his election year opening speech and 'Best Start' policy announcement, writes Bryce Edwards.

Bid to scupper huge sewer tunnel

'Come to our bake sale,' said a member of a group trying to raise $140k for a court appeal against a $950k sewer tunnel project.

Len Brown hints at third term

Len Brown has hinted at seeking a third Super City mayoral term in 2016, saying the factors that will guide him include the support of his wife.

Civic leader fought for city heritage

Dr Lindo Ferguson, a former Auckland civic leader and notable heritage campaigner, has died in the Far North, aged 90.

Fonterra nears deal

Dairy giant Fonterra has confirmed it is close to reaching a commercial deal with Auckland Council.

Len's plan: Fonterra to sponsor Shed 10

Fonterra is buying the naming rights for Shed 10 on Auckland's Queens Wharf - and will use its Anchor brand, the Herald understands.

Car-poolers wrongly ticketed

Motorists wrongly ticketed in multi-occupancy vehicle lanes want Auckland Transport to use better detection tools such as thermal imaging.

Minor earthquake damage

Mayor hires a 'bevy of heavies'

'I put this down as a mayor terrified of the real public.' Questions are being raised about the level of security surrounding Auckland mayor Len Brown.

Len Brown: Six strategies for 2014

This year presents exciting possibilities to deliver on the goals of the Auckland Plan, writes Auckland's Mayor Len Brown.