A gas leak in Ponsonby led to the evacuation of many businesses in the area last night.

It has no bedroom, no bathroom and no power - but it's just sold for close to $1.4 million.

A 14-unit Ponsonby apartment development is planned for a pocket 430sqm site in a street once the domain of character villas.

A high speed chase this morning saw the driver of a stolen car speeding towards oncoming traffic on the wrong side of Auckland’s Ponsonby Road.

A rich lister, a high profile QC, a prominent media couple and an arts doyen are locking horns over the future of Franklin Rd, which attracts hordes of visitors to its street display of Christmas lights.

An upmarket Auckland bar has been accused of making "untrue and defamatory statements", after an ad campaign poking fun at the RSA's food.

Danielle Wright visits the National Youth Theatre Company at rehearsal.

Auckland stripclub Calendar Girls and popular Ponsonby bar Grand Central have both had their liquor licenses temporarily suspended.

A dated kitchen and bathroom, small living areas and a total floor space of just 94sq m - this is what $1.4 million-plus will get you in Ponsonby.

Auckland rhymes with walkland, and with good reason. If you don't believe us, try some of these top trots.

The return of a Pride Parade to Auckland has been declared a fabulous success.

Ponsonby may be the most popular kid in class for real estate, shopping or cafe life, but it has to be said: it's seldom thought of as particularly green and spacious.

Tasting menus take the stress out of choosing.

The steady life in sales and prices started in the central Auckland suburbs over a year ago and has now spread across the new supercity. But as Bruce Morris reports, it's still tough going out in the provinces.

You know how much you're prepared to pay, so why take so long to lay your cards on the table? Bruce Morris ponders the slow-coach tactics of the auction room.

New eatery on the block shows why it is a hit with the cool crowd.

Enjoy a parade of delicious bites at Tin Soldier.

Danielle Wright finds a day spa for children less about creating a 'mini-me' experience and more about 'me time' for the kids.

Here are four cafes which not only provide treats for your tastebuds, but, are a feast for your eyes too.