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Barry needs party approval

<i>Matthew Bradbury</i>: Cleaning up harbours could transform city

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Jim Eagles: Free spirits must follow rules too

I am starting to think that in this case we do need a national policy on freedom camping, so campers and locals know exactly what the rules are.

St Heliers houses 'fine'

Review gives new hope for decaying theatre

The potential refurbishment of the St James Theatre has received a boost from Auckland Mayor Len Brown.

Tree dilemma for church board

Under-threat cottages in good condition - surveyor

Three much-loved art deco houses scheduled to be demolished are in good condition, contrary to the Auckland Council's assertion that they are in disrepair and should be knocked down, a surveyor says.

<i>Editorial:</i> Rail shutdown casts doubt on service's value

Christchurch may need new NYE party venue

Ward boss breaks rules

Hamiltonian to drive super city makeover

NZ: Land of unhealthy homes

Three out of four New Zealand homes are failing to meet new energy-efficiency standards.

<i>Matt McCarten:</i> Awards for masterstrokes and meltdowns

Matt McCarten gives the Slow-Learner Certificate to Pansy Wong and the Giant-Killer Prize to Pete Hodgson, among other awards.

Ups and downs for Browns

Netball: Star put through the hoops