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Heritage groups let off the hook
The Auckland Council is withdrawing a $106,500 claim for costs against community groups involved in the Masonic Hotel heritage case.
<i>Parkside Cafe</i>, Mt Albert
We came here because we'd driven past this place a couple of times recently and thought the tables in the front window looked like a great spot from which to watch the goings-on at Rocket Park across the road.
Ask Phoebe: Tunnel links are the way out
Johnstone's Hill escape routes allow motorists to cross in case of accident.
Watching Brief: 'Life' goes on
The Civic was packed for the second and final screening of the new Terence Malick film The Tree of Life yesterday afternoon.
Retail therapy: A manly fashion
AUT's fashion school is known for turning out talented graduates, and a group of them are collaborating on a menswear-focused fashion collective, exhibition and temporary store opening in Auckland tomorrow.
Rugby: Harbour's second half revival
The big question out of North Harbour's first win of the season tonight is this: what was in their halftime water?
Yoobee gets Lionised
After some pretty challenging times, Renaissance's brand 'Yoobee' seems poised to take flight.
Driver in court over cyclist's death
An Auckland driver who allegedly caused a cyclist to fatally swerve into the path of an oncoming truck when he opened his car door is to stand trial early next year.
Watching Brief: Separation anxiety
Dropped into the Film Cafe just before the screening of A Separation last night. What a splendid job they've done with the place, which opened on Saturday night with a film-themed pub quiz.
<i>Jim Eagles:</i> Fly to Auckland, then catch a bus
If you're looking for a cheap holiday in New Zealand then Auckland is the place to go.
<i>Rachel Grunwell:</i> The renovation game
Almost two years after starting a villa renovation, Rachel Grunwell and husband Damien Buckley have finally finished.
From our drains into our oceans
Auckland-based charity Sustainable Coastlines took to the city streets to see what's ending up in our drains, and our oceans.
Bottle lids, toys, cosmetic items - what's in your average city drain
The average inner-city Auckland drain has 59 pieces, including items you...
Watching Brief: Russian fudge
The bane of the film reviewer's life is the preview in the middle of the film festival. Having already programmed three dozen or so festival movies in 17 days, I'm not very keen on having to go to the movies elsewhere.
Bashed man back on mend
One punch and a fall later and life as he knew it was over. Twenty-three days ago Trevor Kaukau was living the life of a normal 40-year-old man...
Fast food turns Golden Mile into Queen sized St
Queen St is turning into a strip of fast-food outlets, despite the best efforts of city planners.
Your Business: Idea appealed to the foodie within
The love affair with TV cooking shows has been a bonus for Farro Fresh.
Arrests after violent robbery spree
Four have been arrested after a string of aggravated robberies over a two hour period overnight.
Watching Brief: Sunday fest best
It's a big day today, with 26 Festival films screening across Auckland.
Warm up with winter fun
Wondering what to do for school holidays? Danielle Wright investigates.
My Auckland: Newmarket
Rashida and Adarsh Patel could not be happier living in Newmarket. They tell Alexia Santamaria why they like their own little city within Auckland.
Mum banned from creche
A breast-feeding mother has been banned from entering University of Auckland's childcare centre to feed her baby.