TourismGoff's 'pillow tax' in big troublePhil Goff is planning to water down his 'pillow tax' opposed by councillors and hotels.27 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil scraps loans for sports clubsSports clubs are the latest to be affected by Auckland Council's spending crackdown.26 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandThe final insult: Wrong cemetery plot dugFamily also say Auckland Council cemetery staff asked for a new payment to fix the error.25 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandArrests, public urination at George in the ParkA Music in the Parks event in Pt Chevalier turned into drunken chaos over the weekend.23 Mar 02:37 AM
New ZealandRatepayer cost revealed after asbestos contaminationMore details have emerged about the asbestos contamination at Auckland's Motat museum22 Mar 02:41 AM
NRLAuckland keen on Sevens takeoverAuckland has been keen on taking the Rugby Sevens off Wellington for months.21 Mar 11:06 PM
OpinionMoney talks in council prioritiesCOMMENT: Guess who pays bill if wharf plan proceeds?21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAsbestos contamination at MotatMotat's off-site collections are covered in asbestos and ratepayers will pick up the bill.21 Mar 11:55 AM
New ZealandGoff under fire in review talksShake-up of council functions signed off - but not without criticism of mayor Phil Goff.21 Mar 05:41 AM
New ZealandIs your home in a most at-risk suburb?Heavy storms, rainwater run-off and low-lying land pose a flood risk to about 16,000 properties in the Auckland region.19 Mar 07:38 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Auckland's waterfront plansLeaked documents reveal new plans to open up the harbourside, with new berths for cruise ships and superyachts for the rich and famous.19 Mar 04:14 PM
CompaniesAuckland accommodation showdownA showdown looms tomorrow between the accommodation sector and Auckland Mayor Phil Goff over a new rate to pay for tourism promotion.19 Mar 05:12 AM
EntertainmentThe woman who read AucklandJanet McAllister, who's reading her way around Auckland, visits Waitakere Library.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandYachties tip water saving as crisis easesOne-time America's Cup yachting commentator Penny Whiting says yachties can teach other Aucklanders a few tricks to save water.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFlooded and frustrated with councilAn Auckland family's home has flooded up to 12 times in seven years despite it being a no flood risk area according to council plans.16 Mar 08:49 AM
KahuRMA reforms hinge on GMO debateA key piece of National policy is hanging in the balance.16 Mar 04:20 AM
TourismTax border, not beds, says BarnettA visitor tax is suggested as the fairest way to ensure tourists contribute to cover their costs.14 Mar 07:59 PM
New ZealandWater woes: 10 big questions (& answers)Rain, floods - and now a water shortage. Why exactly has Auckland ended up in this mess, and what's being done about it?14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSprinklers running despite water banThe University of Auckland had sprinklers running over the weekend despite Watercare urging people to curb water use.14 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandZ closes car washes to save waterZ and Caltex petrol station have closed their car washes in Auckland to conserve water.14 Mar 02:46 AM
New ZealandFour homes uninhabitable after floodsThe homes are between Whangamata and Tairua, areas among the most affected by record-breaking rains.13 Mar 07:28 PM
New ZealandSprinklers on despite water crisisAuckland may be in its worst water crisis for 23 years — but it seems someone forgot to tell the council's development arm, Panuku.11 Mar 03:52 AM
New Zealand'Slum' owner may be prosecutedNick Smith weighs in on Auckland boarding house.10 Mar 11:35 PM
BusinessCouncil slams rat-infested 'slum'Walls and floors caked with dirt have led to Auckland Council serving health notices on the owner of a boarding house described as a "slum".09 Mar 08:17 PM
TourismColliers warns of 'hotel crisis'Auckland's shrinking supply of hotel rooms is putting NZ's tourism growth at risk, says Colliers International.09 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandA one-in-100-year rain eventSeveral roads remain closed due to flooding, slips and fallen trees, specifically in the Kawakawa Bay and Clevedon areas.07 Mar 07:01 PM
New ZealandDenise Lee selected as Maungakiekie candidateNational has announced its candidate for the central Auckland electorate of Maungakiekie.07 Mar 08:29 AM
BusinessThe old Auckland house switcherooA Devonport villa is being removed, replaced with an Onehunga villa, raising blood pressure on both sides of the bridge.06 Mar 07:35 PM
OpinionCities could get share of tax - AteedCOMMENT: Auckland should look at a deal with the Government to share returns on growth.06 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessGoff bemoans $4b city funding shortfallAuckland has a $4 billion funding shortfall needed for infrastructure, transport and services in the next decade, Mayor Phil Goff says.05 Mar 06:10 PM
ConstructionWhich towns will become mini cities?Auckland is preparing for a new housing boom on the rural fringes of the city.05 Mar 05:34 AM
Freight and logisticsAuckland tourism - who should pay?A battle is brewing between Auckland accommodation providers and the city's mayor over who will pay for tourism promotion.05 Mar 01:42 AM
New ZealandNoise complaints: Disputes turn nastyConstruction workers are abusing people who complain about late-night or early-morning noise, say locals.03 Mar 04:23 AM
New ZealandBuilding boom: Families woken at 5.30amFamilies were woken by the racket of a noisy concrete pour at 5.30am as Auckland's frenzied building boom reaches fever pitch.02 Mar 04:59 PM
