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Auckland Council votes on proposal to ban sale of fireworks

"I think there's been a change in the public's mood for the ban."

Talking trash: the Herald tracks an illegal dumper

Following a paper trail: tracing the culprits of unlawful tipping can be a messy business.

Aucklanders to have say on 11.5c-per-litre petrol tax

Aucklanders are being asked about a petrol tax before knowing where it will be spent.

They will make your skin crawl: Photos from Auckland's dirtiest eateries

Photos taken from E grade inspections show a slew of stomach-turning conditions.

Josephine Bartley wins Auckland Council seat

Bartley will take over the vacated seat for the Maungakiekie-Tamaki ward.

'Rāhui Warriors' deter public from Waitākere Ranges

"I do think that in general people are on board, they just don't understand."

City Rail Link opportunities identified

CRL above-ground opportunities

Cheaper public transport on the cards

Councils could get more money to lower bus and train fares by getting people out of cars.

Labour candidate leads council poll

Results of three Auckland Council byelections to be announced on Monday.

Gridlock set to worsen, congestion charges loom

Congestion charges will be considered to tackle Auckland's gridlock problems.

Simon Wilson: Why are the Waitakere Ranges still open?

COMMENT: Council spends millions on kauri dieback so why not close the Waitakere Ranges?

America's Cup faces cost blowout, says councillor

The cost of building America's Cup bases in Auckland could rise sharply, says a councillor

Auckland has 137,000 buildings at flood risk

Flooding is a major hazard affecting more than 100,000 buildings in Auckland.

Piha flash flooding 'worst in 30 years': ranger

The overflowing Kitekite Stream rose by one metre in just 20 minutes after heavy rainfall.

Harbour Bridge continuing to shine a light

Auckland Harbour Bridge continuing to shine with new light shows for festive events.

It's one of Auckland's most historic buildings. So why are people being told to stay away?

Neighbour dismisses risk of "beautiful" hall he wants saved from demolition.

Auckland's OnzO bike explosion

More than 2,000 black and yellow bikes will be on Auckland streets by the end of March.

High Court blocks Takapuna carpark sale (for now)

Citizen wins temporary victory in Takapuna carpark fight.