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Napier's only surviving CBD pharmacy raided for third time in 10 weeks - again for perfumes

'I’m wondering if it’s worth carrying on here.'

Commuter gridlock: Auckland's weekend traffic now worse than rush hour

A report says Aucklanders will soon sit in congestion for 29 million hours a year.

New, never-lived-in Auckland apartment project up for mortgagee sale

WFT Finance brought in a subcontractor to finish the apartments before calling Colliers.

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.

Property Insider: What could the future hold for ex-Auckland Star site? Architects explain champion Te Arai home design

'Somebody, please build something here – anything' debate on a site empty for 36 years.

NZ's biggest business park getting new hub

After around 20 years of intensive development, the 109ha business park is now finished.

Opinion: How Auckland's bureaucracy stifles stadium innovation

They want $300m, with half spent over 10 years, for the development.

Why Te Arai dune house is a standout

A ferry terminal, hotels, waterfront apartments, eye-catching new homes: who won awards?

Twenty new buildings planned for Takapuna campground site

Details are out with big plans for the much-loved beachfront site on the waterfront.

Nick Clark: How road pricing can fix Auckland’s traffic nightmare

Auckland traffic congestion costs the economy $1.39 billion annually.

Editorial: Heritage v housing, we must protect Auckland's character

OPINION: Auckland's villas are seen as iconic, akin to Melbourne's terraced houses.

Victoria University unveils NZ’s first Living Building Challenge project

The building generates 105% of its energy with 550 photovoltaic panels.

Icon replacing China Construction: $300m Seascape tower to be finished

Developer Shundi Customs announced a new builder for 56-level Auckland apartment project.