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Simon Wilson: 25 questions for Auckland Transport
The questions you always wanted to ask Auckland Transport, if they didn't make you angry.

Ex-oil mogul remains in Russia as drink-driving case delayed again
The reported billionaire was charged after a complaint about his driving.

'Humiliated and worthless': TV reporter forgives homophobic K Rd attacker
A Newshub reporter and his friend were attacked after celebrating Pride Week.

Renovation hell: Family given six months to fix home after builder deported
The family say they cannot afford the repairs and will have to sell the house.

Trio set for trial over alleged $8m fraud
The three accused deny the allegations which have led to a total of 71 charges.

Fog woes: Restrictions lifted after flights cancelled, delayed
Clear skies and light winds made for patches of fog across the city.

Auckland architect accused of stealing trade secrets
Business plans and project files were allegedly stolen from an Auckland architecture firm.

Police warned Google about Grace Millane case suppression
Police say they warned Google about name suppression in the Grace Millane case.

$1b Commercial Bay helps Precinct add $162m to valuations
Revaluation of Auckland's Commercial Bay tower helped its owner push up its portfolio.

Officials change tune: Nelson St to remain closed this week
Auckland Transport now says Nelson St to remain closed until next week at least.

CBD chaos: First roadblock set to open today
All going well, Victoria St West will be open to traffic later today.

'Positive leads' in solving South Auckland shooting
Woman seriously injured in Clover Park, South Auckland shooting

Days of delays for central Auckland drivers
Tenants told they are safe after 40kg panel blew off apartment building in storm.

Cars crawl out of Auckland CBD as school holidays traffic adds to road closure pressure
The good news is the weather is starting to come right.

Occupants of damaged apartment building are safe
About 20 per cent of occupants have moved out of the apartment building for repairs.

Building behind traffic chaos in CBD has sorry history
Grey high-rise is distinctive for its upper-level jutting-out feature

Milestone for Auckland's $4.4b City Rail Link no silver lining
Spokesman for affected businesses says some on the brink of financial ruin from works.

Auckland waterfront apartment sells for $20,000
It sold for $20,000, but, of course, there is a catch.

Residents hit back over berm parking ban proposal
"The berm situation seems complex, with a need for multiple solutions across the city."

Paradise lost: Restaurant dumps sneaky handle-free plastic bag tactic
Takeaway stores say sauce spillage is an issue without plastic bags.

Partners in crime: Lover of Ports of Auckland fraudster jailed
The partners in crime stole more than $368,000 of Auckland ratepayers' money.

This weekend we want to go to ...
Auckland has a new winter festival and a star Kiwi muso returns to the stage this weekend.

Bermageddon 2: Auckland Council wants berm parking ban
A motorists' watchdog has hit back, telling the city not to punish car owners.

Kiwi sports star fights to keep name secret in drug case
Communications intercepted by police linked the sportsman to the conspiracy.

Accused teen stabber named before trial
A High Court trial is due to be held in October.

Queen St pedestrian critical after being hit by bus: Footage shows damage
One person was critically injured and was transported to Auckland Hospital.

Simon Wilson: Why are we on such a slow road to change?
COMMENT: Auckland's new City Centre Masterplan is far more timid than it needs to be.

Fraud victims: 'Andrews has changed our lives forever'
His occupation is listed on court documents as a salesman - it should have read fraudster.