Locals decry planned $300m 39-level block nicknamed 'Burj Takapuna'
Area is ear-marked for intensification as a metropolitan zone, hence the height.
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Takapuna-Milford coastal walk access closed after council inaction, family says
Tens of thousands of walkers pass through Firth cottage’s private land each year.
Appellants back out of fight against $300m Bayswater plans
Some relief after 'long and energy-sapping journey'.
Gym instructor dies after accident while on LSD: Parents' plea to others
When couple's son died, some acquaintances never said a word. Why do we hide from grief?
Family's threat to close Takapuna-Milford coastal walk access over heritage dispute
Tens of thousands of walkers pass through Firth cottage’s private land each year.
Man seriously injured after being struck by car on Auckland’s North Shore
The westbound lane of Taharoto Road is blocked following the incident.
Scam victim hires private investigator to track ‘money mule’ after losing $100k
'In a lot of these cases you’re chasing shadows, but here there’s a genuine lead.'
Three youths arrested after dairy ram raid in Takapuna, Auckland
Hurstmere Rd superette front doors smashed in, with cigarettes, vapes and the till taken.
Police at scene of ram raid in Takapuna
Police made arrests after a ram raid in Takapuna overnight. Video / NZ Herald
Unruly tourists deported from NZ cause new trouble in UK
The infamous family was deported after alleged shoplifting, dining-and-dashing, abuse.
$100m sell-off: Kiwi richlister quits NZ for Australia
Ben Cook says he loves NZ, but time right for "business, family and lifestyle" reasons.
Wayne Brown wants retreat: 600 council staff moving into new office regardless
Staff shifting from the Orewa, Henderson offices and those previously at Takapuna.
Jeweller Michael Hill's sales jump 6pc, earnings expected to be lower
The retailer announced today that sales are up across Australia, NZ and Canada.
'Fit and healthy' man died holding his breath in pool
Ant Clausen's family found him at the bottom of an Auckland pool while on holiday from UK.
NZ's biggest builders: The contenders with $100m-plus workloads
They're nipping at the heels of the biggest operators.
Waka Kotahi causing ‘mayhem' with Harbour Bridge closures, local board member says
The bridge was closed five times on Saturday as winds gusted to 91km/h.
Identical triplets graduate with same degree from Victoria University
Identical triplets Max, Jackson and Cale Tu'inukuafe have graduated with the same degree.
Leaky building saga: Takapuna apartment tower owners win case against own lawyers
Lawyers challenged almost all aspects of the claim brought in the proceedings.
Auckland crime: Takapuna vape shop, Otara supermarket latest ram raid targets
Vehicles were used to gain entry at both premises.
Landlord says $13.8m street upgrade 'highway for criminals'
The design and layout also helped criminals because signs and posts had been removed.
'Too exposed': Michael Hill forced to close its most ram-raided store
The store was one of the first three to open, traded from that location for four decades.
Chris Hipkins follows in the footsteps of Jacinda Ardern and promises light rail to Takapuna
All five crossing options include light rail to Takapuna.
Major US burger chain leaks NZ launch, hiring top staff
The multinational retailer is looking for management to head its new Auckland operation.
Clan lab bust: Man in North Shore Hospital under police guard
Three occupants at the address were arrested and taken into custody,
My Secret Auckland: Alex King: 'I love a good boogie at Shy Guy'
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.
Person dies in Auckland as horror week on water continues
Nine are dead in nine days after a string water-related tragedies.
'There was nothing we could do': Two dead in separate Auckland beach tragedies
The two people died at Narrow Neck Beach and Big Manly Beach.
Live snake 'ten times as venomous as a rattlesnake' found on Auckland Beach
North Shore woman Afrika McNall found the snake, alive, on the beach last night
French island cited in Takapuna apartment scheme's profile
Precedent used to illustrate profile: Mont-Saint-Michel.
Three times this year: MP Simon Watts asks for more Police resourcing after jewellery store ram raided
Thieves have hit an Auckland jewellery store for the third time this year.
Takapuna Beach rape trial aborted, reasons suppressed
The two men charged with raping and taping a woman were due to testify today.
Rider takes motorbikes for test drive - doesn't return them
String of stolen motorcycle reports linked as man uses suspected fake ID for test drives.
Takapuna Beach rape trial: Defence says woman took sedative 'to get a buzz'
Lawyers cross-examined the woman at length on day two of the High Court trial.
What are security experts advising Auckland's crime-hit businesses?
Business owners, understandably, can reach for immediate solutions after being burgled.