OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Brown’s chance to take the helmThe resignation of Ports of Auckland chairman Graeme Hawkins for health reasons gives Mayor Len Brown the chance to do what he should have done a long time ago.09 Jul 09:42 PM
OpinionRoger Hall & Barry Jenkins: By bus or train, Auckland's a painTwo regular public transport users — Roger Hall on the buses and Barry Jenkins on the trains — share the trials of recent rides.08 Jul 10:59 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Govt no friend in transport needsLen Brown's recent cuddle-up to Transport Minister Simon Bridges reminds me of a poor Whanganui chap banged up in Bali for being willing to believe anything in his quest for a little love, writes Brian Rudman.07 Jul 09:30 PM
ConstructionRow over prime landTwo Auckland Council bodies are at loggerheads over whether 20ha of land at Hobsonville Pt should be used for housing or a film studio.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBeach-ban all bark and no bite?Several Auckland local boards have proposed changes to dog regulations, including a complete ban on dogs at Shoal Bay on the North Shore.03 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Auckland, why hate public toilets?Auckland Council's bean counters are trying to make a buck out of public lavatories.02 Jul 09:25 PM
OpinionSix ways Super City can pick up the paceBarney Irvine urges the Government and Auckland Council to strive for an accord on transport when they meet tomorrow.02 Jul 02:26 AM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Has Auckland cooked its goose?John Key, Bill English, Paula Bennett and Simon Bridges all know Len Brown is a lame duck mayor, writes Fran O'Sullivan.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandParty time for Auckland councilLen Brown defends the function as a thank you to staff, but critics say a 10 per cent rates hike is nothing to celebrate.26 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Park pipe rebuff - what would Father say?I'm a little nervous about supporting Watercare's desire to bury a large watermain along the outer fringes of Cornwall Park.25 Jun 09:13 PM
OpinionCharles Levin: No safe harbour for council in stormThe Super City's hands are tied when it comes to the law and telling the port what to do, writes Charles Levin.25 Jun 03:00 AM
OpinionPort should cut its losses on extensionsEditorial: Now that the project has been stopped the company should cut its losses and think again. It has reclaimed enough of the harbour.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore Auckland councillors say they'll voteCouncillors Cathy Casey and Wayne Walker have come forward today to say they will have a say on tomorrow’s final budget vote.24 Jun 04:04 AM
New ZealandBrown's budget on shaky groundA new 10-year, $60 billion budget for the Super City is on shaky ground days out from a final vote.23 Jun 10:06 AM
OpinionEditorial: Mayor right first time on alcohol rulesA period of public consultation has resulted in a policy substantially changed from the draft proposals, much to the dismay of the police and health authorities.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrown's budget under fireSeveral Auckland councillors expected to abstain from a budget vote this week to avoid plunging the Super City into a financial crisis are coming under fire.21 Jun 11:02 PM
New ZealandMay start for work on city rail linkMain work on the $2.5 billion city rail link is due to start in May next year, beginning with a new entrance for commuters at the rear of Britomart train station.21 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn RoughanJohn Roughan: Read between the lines - rail is deadTransport planners can do so much more with wheels on roads that it is hard to fathom their attachment to iron rails, writes John Roughan.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandI'm the ambassador... oh no you're notSir Bob Harvey says he will be championing the Super City but Auckland's mayoral office hoses down his claims soon after.18 Jun 10:36 PM
New ZealandHeritage rules needed: lobby groupAuckland will not solve the city's affordable housing crisis by loosening heritage rules, says the heritage lobby.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMega IT setup snubbed for fast cheapieAn old computer cobbled together for $2.2 million is taking business off a new council computer costing hundreds of millions of dollars to build from scratch.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDairy firm shows way - BrewerAuckland Council should follow the lead of Fonterra, which is laying off hundreds of staff in response to low dairy prices, says Orakei councillor Cameron Brewer.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandLooming rates rises discussed in public meetingA small crowd of about 50 people have turned out at a public meeting in Auckland tonight to discuss looming rates increases.10 Jun 08:49 AM
New ZealandLitter piling up underwaterCar batteries, coffee cups and condoms - welcome to the underwater junkyard that lies just off our city beaches.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBoard queries QE Square replacementThere is no sign of a new public space to replace the privatised Queen Elizabeth Square, says the Waitemata Local Board.08 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Servants and masters - which is which?Auckland councillors have agreed to lessons to improve their governance skills - a more urgent need is for them to learn how to be better politicians, writes Brian Rudman.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil staff call for results focusThe Super City is bogged down with meetings, talkfests not requiring a decision and too little constituency time, councillors say.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy will there be a coffin on a train?Campaigners want Auckland Transport to grant rail services from Swanson to Waitakere a stay of execution.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOfficials tackle World Cup travel woesAs thousands of football fans prepare to head across Auckland in peak hour traffic tonight, organisers are scrambling to avoid a repeat of Saturday's traffic chaos.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGoff joins port campaignersLabour MP and possible mayoral contender Phil Goff has joined prominent Aucklanders in a second open letter calling on Ports of Auckland and Auckland Council to stop port expansion.31 May 05:00 PM
BusinessBusinessman helped build Super CityDouglas "Doug" McKay has had leadership roles in some of New Zealand's largest companies. He was appointed to Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.31 May 05:00 PM
OpinionEditorial: Transparency in spending can go furtherThe Auckland Council deserves kudos for starting to publish details about the spending of ratepayer money.31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandStadium hope for WarriorsThe Warriors and their fans are being offered a lifeline to stay at Mt Smart Stadium.31 May 05:00 PM
