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U2 pays tribute to Pike River miners
Even the biggest concert of the year acknowledged the sombre mood of the nation. U2's Bono said the band felt privileged to be

<i>Cafe on Kohi</i>, Auckland City
We came here because it was a beautiful day for relaxing in the sun, contemplating Rangitoto from afar.

Beyonce touches down in Auckland
New Zealand's a-list quota is reaching extreme levels, with the arrival of R&B/Pop superstar Beyonce.

Final Big Day Out artists released
The second and final list of bands playing at the 2011 Big Day Out has been released.

Glowing case for Akl rail tunnel gets cool response
Consultants have produced a glowing business case for a $2 billion-plus inner Auckland rail tunnel.

SCF's biggest asset - Auckland's Hyatt sold
Hyatt Regency Auckland hotel - the single biggest loan book asset of South Canterbury Finance - has been sold for between $50m and $60m.

The art of optimism
In 2009, a recession-generated ‘perfect storm’ saw poor ticket sales and losses for the biennial Auckland Arts Festival. Yet, as Alan Perrott finds, its director David Malacari is upbeat for 2011.

Levy in charge of two DHBs
Some central Auckland patients could be treated at North Shore and Waitakere Hospitals under a spirit of collaboration, the man now responsible for nearly one million Aucklanders' health has indicated.

Captain Cook on mayor's radar for cruise terminal
Auckland Mayor Len Brown wants to make an immediate start to build a cruise ship terminal on Captain Cook Wharf costing up to $200 million.

Brood of hens (+recipes)
An egg's an egg, right? Not quite, as they're not equal in weight or taste.

Four of the best: Specialist cheese shops
With sampling and cheese appreciation evenings, this is a great stop during a city lunchtime.

<i>Industry Zen</i>, Auckland CBD
The oddly named eatery derives from the transplantation of Cafe Rikka which had to shut up shop at Victoria Park when redevelopment started there.

Weekend leisure: It was love at first drive
Prepared for some quick thrills while car shopping, Gill South ended up finding the the perfect match, although, sadly, it wasn't meant to be...

My Auckland: Arch Hill
Inner city living with a sense of community and green spaces to enjoy. Keith Shackleton tells Donna McIntyre why his young family love Arch Hill.