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Craig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreation

OPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.

Opinion: Mowbray helipad decision opens door in area with few regulations

OPINION: One couple's wish to commute by helicopter sets a worrying precedent.

'Special ceiling': sun and moon art adorn new Auckland train station

'Representing the history of this area. This ridgeline was a kauri forest.' - Barry Potter

$66m repair bill for Auckland apartments sparks court action

Two Victopia units face forced sale because of unpaid repair bills.

Asterisks, footnotes and claims of 'weasel words': Inside the battle for region's housing future

The plan is years in the making, but now it's reached a cross-council 'standoff'.

Noble false widow spider establishes itself in New Zealand

One of the world’s most invasive arachnids is thriving in urban areas in Aotearoa.

Rotorua land once earmarked for bypass set for new development

The land was initially planned for the Rotorua Eastern Arterial.

Opinion: NZ cities are heating up – here are 5 things councils can do now for a cooler summer

Heatwaves could lead to 48 more days above 25°C in Auckland by 2099.

'Massively disappointed': Helipad approval sparks backlash

Council received 1400 submissions; more than 1300 opposed the helicopter flights.

First look at $1b warehouse hub by James Kirkpatrick Group

Heir's vision becomes a reality: 'Dad wanted this to be the best' – James Kirkpatrick jnr.

Hawke's Bay architecture shines at Te Kāhui Whaihanga awards

Sustainability and resilience were key themes in this year's architectural awards.

Wayne Brown: These are Auckland's three key areas for economic growth

OPINION: Rate rises have been kept to half the national average, saving $200m.

2300sq m of prime Auckland land selling for $2.5m - plus 15 cars if you can find them under the mess

The property is valued at $2.5m and is touted as 'an excellent opportunity'.

Mike Lee: Smith & Caughey’s closure a body-blow to Queen St

Smith & Caughey’s closure will result in 98 job losses in Auckland.

New 12-level $290m University of Auckland student block planned

Singaporeans involved in the new deal, Precinct to sell 80% of the development when done.