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A second event hours later was cancelled over fears over more violence.
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The witness's mystery disappearance was linked to an 'employment issue'.
Simon Wilson: Cone wars - AT boss fires up over surprise roadworks
OPINION: Dean Kimpton is at the pointy end of cone management. He's seeing orange.
NZ’s tallest new skyscraper: Plans notified for quarter-kilometre Auckland tower
Lower Hobson St flyover to be demolished: No access from Quay St to Hobson St any more.
Mayor sees ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ as first train runs through $5.5b CRL
The CRL will be a game-changer for Auckland, says Auckland Minister Simeon Brown.
Mike Lee: Behind the scenes of council's flawed decision to evict speedway from Western Springs
OPINION: The decision was one thing, how it was reached is even more troubling.
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Water testing is being carried out.
Foodstuffs and Watercare clash over new $100m Highland Park supermarket
Watercare says it has offered an interim solution so the opening can happen on time.
Local board backs mural to honour Fa’anānā Efeso Collins
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West Auckland residents take action over road opening out of frustration with delays
Locals used chalk to draw road markings, protesting the ongoing delays.
The economist who wants to be Auckland’s first Māori mayor
Auckland councillor Kerrin Leoni opposes the sale of strategic assets like airport shares.
Man living in Auckland park wants a quiet life with his dog, council has other plans
'They'll keep coming back but I'm stubborn. I'm not moving.'
Wayne Brown meets Desley Simpson for first time since she eyes his job
Dozens of supporters want Desley Simpson to run for mayor.
Editorial: Auckland Council should run ruler over Western Springs decision
Editorial: Fans of Western Springs are nothing if not passionate.
‘Relevelling work’ at Remuera’s giant Edmund Hillary village centre, floors became uneven
'We didn’t sign up for living in the middle of a construction zone with constant noise.'
‘Why should we apologise?’: Ponsonby eatery reacts to food poisoning claims
A family reported severe food poisoning after dining on January 28.
Property Insider: Billionaires want Herne Bay trees axed, two bookings at SkyCity’s convention centre
Is the money being cited really what it will cost to fix apartments near Eden Park?
Wayne Brown quashes reports he expects Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson to step down
Brown and Simpson are expected to meet over the next day or two.
Man spotted luring, beating then capturing swan at Auckland's Western Springs
The penalty for killing protected species is up to two years' jail or a fine up to $100k.
‘Fraudulent’ letter on moving speedway from Western Springs flagged with SFO
Councillor John Watson said the process of moving speedway has been inept.
Sprinkler dispute at Auckland Viaduct apartments: $23k claim dismissed
Unit had been altered with a wood roof and deep roof beams, minimalist design sprinkler.
Why Auckland’s Waitangi Day events are more than just music
The festival includes weaving workshops and a market with Māori arts and crafts.
'Desley for mayor': Simpson not ruling out Auckland mayoralty bid, campaign website registered
Simpson told the Herald it was a 'bit soon' to make a decision.
What’s causing a spate of rubbish truck fires in Auckland?
Residents are being told off for inadvertently causing rubbish truck fires.
Two reasons why Woolworths plans 188% distribution centre expansion
'Further investment in supporting infrastructure is required for the business'.
Auckland public transport complaints plummet, but AT still under fire
There were an average of just 3.2 complaints in the first eight months of last year.
Property Insider: Questions about ‘defective’ apartments
How can it be that 19-year-old apartments need $36.6m repairs or $82m rebuilding costs?
Simon Wilson: Wayne again – the 2025 mayoral election campaign has begun
OPINION: Part of Brown's positioning is to burn off potential rivals. It’s working.
Editorial: Council dog rules must target delinquent owners, not responsible walkers
EDITORIAL: The challenge is to develop policies with teeth that target delinquent owners.
Eden Park CEO ‘delighted’ at PM’s call to abolish concert limit, Helen Clark criticises it
Luxon has called for the limit of concerts at Eden Park to be abolished completely.
‘It’s not safe’ – Lack of pedestrian crossing on route to school sees car win over walking
Children are keen to walk to school but busy roads are a barrier.
'Massive success': Calls renew for bed tax after SailGP event
Auckland's mayor has proposed a 2.5%-3% bed tax for event funding shortfalls.
Apartment developer declares insolvency owing $3.76m
Unexpected cost rises, Covid delays, cooling market blamed for development failure.