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![Nothing to do? Here's what's on in Auckland](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Nothing to do? Here's what's on in Auckland
Picking the best things to do in Auckland this weekend so you don't have to.
![Hypocrisy claim: Witness claims Akl Council truck mixed rubbish with recycling](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Hypocrisy claim: Witness claims Akl Council truck mixed rubbish with recycling
The council is threatening to take people's bins off them if they can't follow rules.
![Watch: First look inside $250m 41-level Hotel Indigo Auckland and apartments above](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Watch: First look inside $250m 41-level Hotel Indigo Auckland and apartments above
The theme of the rooms is modelled on classic motoring - upholstery and art reflect that.
![Who owns Smith & Caughey’s? What now for $120m fortune?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Who owns Smith & Caughey’s? What now for $120m fortune?
Names behind one of New Zealand's oldest retail dynasties: what next for them?
!['They have betrayed us': massive Auckland protest against contentious fast-track bill](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'They have betrayed us': massive Auckland protest against contentious fast-track bill
Opponents fear environmental impact of Government's proposed law change.
![Winter’s arrived, here's what you can do this weekend](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Winter’s arrived, here's what you can do this weekend
A good idea guide to get you out and about in Auckland.
!['Just mean': Entire exhibition at Auckland photography festival stolen overnight](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Just mean': Entire exhibition at Auckland photography festival stolen overnight
Photographer Jon Carapiet labels criminal action 'a bit extreme'.
![Court orders longer sentence for teen who raped stranger in bushes at Albert Park](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Court orders longer sentence for teen who raped stranger in bushes at Albert Park
Peter Kosetatino initially sought home detention and permanent name suppression.
![Precinct Properties' $300m-plus Auckland splurge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Precinct Properties' $300m-plus Auckland splurge
Plans for 350 apartments at Downtown Carpark, a further 500 on Queen St, more in Mt Eden.
!['Needed': Mayor and deputy’s relief at $200m-plus lifeline for Auckland rail](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Needed': Mayor and deputy’s relief at $200m-plus lifeline for Auckland rail
$266.9m was announced to maintain metro rail in Auckland and Wellington in Budget 2024.
![Celebrate King's Birthday this weekend like a royal would](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Celebrate King's Birthday this weekend like a royal would
No need to leave Tāmaki Makaurau for the long weekend - there's plenty to do in the city.
![Smith & Caughey’s closing: Iconic department store’s fate devastating news for Auckland City](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Smith & Caughey’s closing: Iconic department store’s fate devastating news for Auckland City
Smith & Caughey's released a proposal to close shop yesterday.
![Inside ‘Grande Dame's’ incredible rise, sad fall: Why Smith & Caughey’s is set to shut](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Inside ‘Grande Dame's’ incredible rise, sad fall: Why Smith & Caughey’s is set to shut
Exclusive interview: ‘I hoped this wouldn’t come on my watch. It’s a sad day' – chairman.
![Editorial: Why are so many Kiwis sleeping rough?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Editorial: Why are so many Kiwis sleeping rough?
OPINION: NZ has one of the highest rates of homelessness in the developed world.
![Auckland CBD businesses plead for more cops as safety fears keep customers away](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Auckland CBD businesses plead for more cops as safety fears keep customers away
“The CBD is so bad, even having lunch is not safe anymore."
![Uncomfortable going for lunch: Stats NZ abandons Auckland CBD office amid safety concerns](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Uncomfortable going for lunch: Stats NZ abandons Auckland CBD office amid safety concerns
Staff have been told there is 'no expectation' to attend the office in-person.
![Identity of 17yo who raped stranger at knifepoint in Albert Park revealed](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Identity of 17yo who raped stranger at knifepoint in Albert Park revealed
His victim fought for the rapist's name to be made public. Now it has.
![What to do in Auckland this weekend: Grab your boating gear, see a show, or get creative with the kids](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
What to do in Auckland this weekend: Grab your boating gear, see a show, or get creative with the kids
Rain or sun, you don't want to miss out on experiencing these thrilling weekend events.
![AT boss apologises to Mayor Brown over controversial CBD parking charges, delays rollout](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
AT boss apologises to Mayor Brown over controversial CBD parking charges, delays rollout
AT plans to charge for weekends, including overnight on Sundays, and public holidays.
![Restaurant Association: Auckland CBD parking charges undermine community’s trust in AT](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Restaurant Association: Auckland CBD parking charges undermine community’s trust in AT
Opinion: Auckland Transport’s changes to parking have blindsided restaurants and cafes.
![Simeon Brown on Auckland CBD parking charges](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Simeon Brown on Auckland CBD parking charges
Transport Minister Simeon Brown goes into bat with Mayor Wayne Brown over parking charges in the Auckland CBD. Video / Alyse Wright