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Brian Rudman: Key too quick to move SkyCity's limits

Editorial: SkyCity's plan ticks all the right boxes

Greens' call for political lobbyists register

Key defends govt support for Sky City deal

Auckland's $350m talk of the town

The Government is negotiating with SkyCity to build the country's largest convention centre in Auckland in exchange for changes to gambling regulations.

World Cup Countdown: Auckland puts its best face forward for the cup

100 days to World Cup: Final pieces falling into place

Cricket: Little chance of seeing tests in Auckland

The chances of test cricket returning to Auckland on a regular basis any time soon are slim.

Police deny RWC fun crackdown

Dunedin police say they are not trying to stop Rugby World Cup fans from enjoying themselves at games at the Forsyth Barr stadium, but say Mexican waves which sweep around crowded grounds can lead to problems that can get out of hand.

Reviews before cup decision

An Emerald City: In der funk bunker

An Emerald City might have kicked off Laneway in the sun this week but the Auckland band has been holed up in a Berlin studio working on their latest slab of instrumental art-rock. Cathrin Schaer reports.

Forgotten gems saved from wrecker's ball

<i>David Leggat</i>: Basin's strong claim to be finest ground

Review gives new hope for decaying theatre

The potential refurbishment of the St James Theatre has received a boost from Auckland Mayor Len Brown.

Yachting: Dalton happy with Cup venue choice

Christchurch may need new NYE party venue

Mayor announces Eden Park changes

More security staff and higher police visibility are among changes to be made at Eden Park when the it next holds a major event.

U2 apologise for noise 'getting the cobwebs out'

Irish band U2 have apologised for a practice that was heard in the suburbs surrounding Mt Smart Stadium, where the first of two NZ concerts will be played tonight.