PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPM's rates nearly double at his Waiheke pad; Auckland billionaire has $225k bill See what some of Tāmaki Makaurau's biggest property owners are paying to the council. 09 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Clark: Why NZ's councils face a financial reckoningOPINION: Councils face rising debt as the Government monitors their performance closely.06 Aug 11:34 PM
Auckland‘Unfair punishment’: Rural Auckland homeowners hit hard by sudden rates jumpRural areas such as Waiuku face rate rises of over 23%, local politicians say.06 Aug 05:00 PM
AucklandWatch: Burst water main in Avondale sends water spraying roughly 8–10 metres into the air.A 150mm water main has burst on Rosebank Road in Avondale, causing localised flooding to multiple sections and sending water 8–10 metres into the air. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Aug 05:04 PM
New Zealand'A billion-dollar question': Future of housing buyouts uncertainRecent extreme weather is prompting a rethink of housing protections.17 Jul 05:00 PM
BusinessReport: Auckland's car reliance, low housing density lagging peersAuckland relies heavily on cars due to limited transport options.14 Jul 11:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wilson'Courage is contagious': The return of the Rainbow Warrior and other Auckland news Opinion: Love this City looks at Auckland Council and other city news of the week. 11 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandMayor learned of billionaires' arena project collapse while holidaying in FijiWayne Brown was in Fiji when the Auckland Arena backers withdrew.09 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCraig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreationOPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil reform: The Wayne Brown way has arrivedAuckland Council has a new development office and has taken direct control of planning.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Local government reform could mean reshaping, not ditching, regional councilsOPINION: Shane Jones argued there's no compelling case for regional councils. Is he right?26 Jun 05:00 PM
Sport'It's got the history': Ex-speedway promoter's concerns over future of Western SpringsThe council is currently mulling over three proposals for the venue.24 Jun 12:35 AM
New ZealandPonsonby land values drop over $400k as new valuations reveal shiftsCouncil valuations show Ponsonby properties fell 14% from $2.65m to $2.27m.15 Jun 07:00 PM
Sport'Our home': Ex-rugby star's emotional plea as Western Springs consultation comes to closePonsonby Rugby Club's future is up in the air amid public consultation on Western Springs.14 Jun 06:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBest house, worst street? Compare your home's valuation with others in your areaHow does your home's value compare within your street, neighbourhood and suburb?13 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris KnoxChris Knox: Why it's time to dump Auckland Council's property valuationsOPINION: Council valuations are a year old on release and don't reflect property values.10 Jun 04:52 AM
New ZealandAuckland's property valuations are out – search yoursThe city's delayed and much-anticipated property valuations are finally out.09 Jun 10:40 PM
New ZealandAuckland residential property values drop 9%, new CVs to be released this weekRates will rise by 5.8% from July 1, based on new valuations.09 Jun 02:30 AM
New ZealandAuckland rates and water bills to rise by $324 from JulyRates will jump by 5.8% and water bills by 7.2%. 28 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandConfidential Auckland blueprint tackles housing intensification, flood risksThe new rules aim to protect against floods while boosting housing near transport.27 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Council rates are the tax we love to hateOPINION: The only certainties in life are death and taxes – and both are expensive.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRelease date set for Auckland's long-awaited property revaluations The new CVs are due out in the week June 9-13.19 May 11:56 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKey reveals moves to 'sideline' two ministers to get CRL builtMayor Wayne Brown says he hasn't visited Wellington in 10 years and has no plans to.07 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Council reaches settlement with cafe owner over $900,000 rates debtThe settlement prevents a forced sale of Rupa's Cafe and two homes.22 Apr 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Messy': Why Auckland property valuation delays could mean fluctuating rates for homeownersTime is short for the release of new valuations to set rates, says councillor Chris Darby.13 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland property valuations delayed again, could be 18 months outdatedThe valuations are a source of fascination for property-mad Aucklanders.08 Apr 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTrevor McKewenSports Insider: Keep the Saudis out of Kiwi sportOPINION: New Zealand Rugby would do well to be passed over by Saudi interests.19 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: NZ’s housing market model is unsustainableOPINION: House price increases cause economic harm, a Weekend Herald article says.09 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wayne Brown wants three more years - has he done enough to win Auckland over?OPINION: Love him or loathe him, Brown has left a mark.18 Feb 07:07 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘All offers considered’: Vacant $74m Takapuna plot up for grabs after liquidationCompany in receivership and liquidation owes a Smale family entity $76.2m: report17 Feb 04:00 PM
SailGPRevealed: How much Auckland has committed to hosting SailGP regattaThe event is forecast to bring a multimillion-dollar boost to the city. 15 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandSurge in households putting rates on hold as costs biteHundreds of retired homeowners are delaying paying their rates bills.05 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Yes that’s the mayor swimming in Auckland’s brand new poolOPINION: Love this City, this week with rates, roads, bus-stops and swimming pools. 20 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Wayne Brown’s terrible plan to abolish one of Auckland Council’s best agenciesOPINION: Why Auckland Council should ignore the mayor and keep its top agency Eke Panuku.11 Dec 04:47 AM
