Latest from Westmere

Revealed: 'Wildly out' valuations
Real estate industry experts have labelled the latest residential property revaluations dangerous, with calls for the mass appraisal system to be overhauled or scrapped.

The need for speed
What better place than a race track to indulge in some precious father-son bonding, finds James Coleman.

Landmark danger to kids
Neighbours of a dilapidated Westmere home built by one of Auckland's pioneer architects fear parts of the property will collapse on young local children exploring the inside.

Three houses lost: Firebugs blamed
Three houses worth a total of almost $2.5 million in the Auckland suburb of Westmere will have to be rebuilt after an arson attack on one being renovated.

Homes of the year: Artistic decor plus
Originally published on June 16, this Westmere home combines quirky architecture with artistic decor to create the creative's dream house.

Property Report: Buoyant Auckland still leads the way
The steady life in sales and prices started in the central Auckland suburbs over a year ago and has now spread across the new supercity. But as Bruce Morris reports, it's still tough going out in the provinces.

Police identify teens in alleged taxi attack
Police have identified the three teens who allegedly pushed an Auckland taxi driver to the ground and ripped the security camera from his car - to escape a $34 fare. Images were taken of the young people and with public help, they have been identified.

Time for brunch at 10 of the best
Libby Nicholson-Moon finds 10 of the best cafes for Sunday brunch.

Weekend leisure: Urban orienteering
Hundreds of people wearing headlamps are scouring suburban streets after dark, Danielle Wright finds out why.

Interiors: Somewhere to get settled
An Auckland furniture designer has put down roots, giving his bungalow a clean, minimalist look.

It's your lucky day in Westmere
This century-old villa delivers the whole package: sea views, space and style.

Interiors: Doing the white thing
A jewellery designer lightened up her home to best show off her treasures.

Interiors: Sticking to the original plans
A Westmere couple decided to expand on a theme rather than change their bungalow's character.

Embrace your inner nana
The trend for hobbies and habits of yesteryear is back in vogue your inner.

<i>Adelie Bar & Kitchen</i>, Westmere
When Amanda and Mark ran their own restaurant in St Heliers some years ago, they used to invite Amanda's parents along to sit at a front table.

School bus in collision with vehicle in central Auckland
Six school children are taken to hospital after a bus and another vehicle collided in the Auckland suburb of Mt Eden today.

<i>Adelie Bar & Kitchen,</i> Westmere
Peter Calder finds some failures but also some crackingly good stuff at Adelie.