New ZealandWayne Brown’s move to cut local boards 'dismantling democracy'Mayor wants to reduce both the number of councillors and the city’s 21 local boards.01 Aug 11:46 PM
New ZealandAuckland councillor Mike Lee dumped from Auckland Transport board by colleaguesWayne Brown denied rewarding Henderson and Darby for supporting his budget.27 Jul 03:27 AM
New ZealandMayor threatens demolition of St James if restoration doesn't start soonAuckland Council's $15m restoration grant expires on June 30 next year.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$100,000 a day: Mayor's horror at council's accounting and law firms billCritics say the figures are eye-watering and troubling during a time of budget cuts.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWayne Brown opposes Govt plans to make Auckland and Northland guinea pigs for water reformsA draft pricing plan for Auckland and Northland is being kept under wraps.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'You’re the f***ing mayor': Wayne Brown, Leo Molloy's foul-mouthed charity debateBrown said NZ has a choice at this year's general election 'between cancer and polio'.05 Jul 04:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown sets record for the Super City’s highest rates increaseMayor is disappointed at the biggest rates increase.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Self-justifying bulls***’: Wayne Brown furious at senior ministers over light rail'A bombing run' - sponsors 'blindsided' by letter.29 Jun 01:30 AM
New ZealandAuckland councillors formally approve Mayor Wayne Brown’s first budget - household rates rise by 7.7 per centRates rise overall by 11 per cent, household rates by 7.7 per cent.28 Jun 10:56 PM
New ZealandAuditor-General says Auckland Council has improved its response to emergencies but still has much work to doAn earlier review found senior leaders underestimated their roles.28 Jun 03:23 AM
New Zealand'Perfect must not be the enemy of good': Great North Rd finally gets its cyclewayAuckland Transport has approved a controversial street upgrade in Grey Lynn.27 Jun 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWayne Brown follows up sale of Airport shares with sale of Ports of AucklandReports on the sale are landing on Brown's desk within the next fortnight.21 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Council boss considering quitting earlier - here’s who may replace himIt's understood governance director Phil Wilson is the frontrunner to become acting CEO.19 Jun 03:17 AM
New ZealandWayne Brown’s comms boss apologises for release of abusive emailsIt was a mistake not to remove insulting material in the emails, said Max Hardy.17 Jun 01:58 AM
New ZealandAuckland mayor Wayne Brown says parking fines should be at least $100The mayor also suggests people who use mobility parks without a permit deserve a penalty.16 Jun 08:14 AM
New ZealandAuckland households face extra $700-$1000 in rates, water billsHouseholds could have to pay $1000 more over two years.12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Brown gets his budget, AT staff get an apologyOPINION: Auckland Council has passed its annual budget, in both triumph and bitterness.12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor Wayne Brown’s $300k bill with top law firmIt can be revealed some of the legal advice was on the damning Auckland flood review.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWayne Brown lands first budget, selling fewer airport shares and higher ratesTalks were 'tough, really tough', said Shane Henderson, who was seen with head in hands.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Most challenging in history': Auckland Council agrees to sell partial stake in airportThe vote passed 14 to 6 and will see millions of dollars of debt paid down.09 Jun 02:02 AM
New ZealandAuckland councillors vote down alternative budget planLot Fuli's alternative budget holds rates down and keeps the airport shares.09 Jun 12:41 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: KitKats and pies keep the wheels turning at all-day council budget meetingOpinion: The biggest surprise of the day was Wayne Walker's airport share bonanza.08 Jun 05:36 AM
New ZealandAuckland councillors leave all-day meeting, no decision on selling airport shares'We do not need to own an asset that is not washing your face,' one councillor said.08 Jun 05:03 AM
New ZealandBloc of councillors to oppose airport shares sale, hold rates at inflationWayne Walker says the shares are in the estate of his late father.08 Jun 12:15 AM
New ZealandAuckland rates and water bills could rise to $5000 a year if airport shares not soldNo one wants higher rates, says Mayor Wayne Brown.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTransport Minister’s wife has separate interest in Auckland AirportJulie Fairey is expected to vote against the sale of the council's airport shares.05 Jun 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Rates or a shares sale? Wayne Brown’s big budget showdownOPINION: With two days to go, Wayne Brown is running out of time to get his budget passed.05 Jun 05:00 PM
Small BusinessKonei founder: Economic development cuts will make outcomes worse for communityManawa Udy says business is essential to help Māori and Pasifika thrive in Aotearoa.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWayne Brown blames abusive emails to councillors on 'excited' staffStaff blamed for acting in a 'fit of excitement'.03 Jun 07:46 AM
TalanoaMayor Wayne Brown’s threats 'not the Pacific way'Councillor Alf Filipaina says ultimatum runs counter to the values of Pacific people.03 Jun 05:51 AM
New Zealand‘Sign of desperation’: Councillors respond after mayor forwards abusive emailsBrown is fighting for his budget but councillors say they're not impressed.02 Jun 06:32 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Villain or buffoon? Wayne Brown’s budget has fallen apartOPINION: The Mayor doesn't have enough support for his budget, or any idea what to do now.01 Jun 08:08 PM
New ZealandWayne Brown’s media ban attempt for council budget speech an ‘insult to voters’Media Freedom Council calls mayor's exclusion of certain media outlets 'unacceptable'.01 Jun 04:29 AM
New ZealandWayne Brown takes pot shots at councillors during shambolic meetingThe mayor continues to dig a hole for himself, says councillor Mike Lee.01 Jun 02:44 AM
