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Backdown on bus lanes
Auckland City Council says it will now treat motorists more leniently and fairly and will push lawmakers to cut the $150 fines nearly in half.
Council backtracks on bus lane enforcement
After a backlash over its overzealous issuing of bus lane fines, Auckland City Council today agreed to new initiatives "to ensure a fair and reasonable approach" to bus lane enforcement.
Auckland slowly getting greener
Auckland is gradually weaning itself off car dependency, with a slight increase in commuters opting for public transport.
Rain causes major slips on Waiheke
Residents on Waiheke Island yesterday woke to muddy terrain and blocked roads - as dozens of slips occurred after heavy rains.
Toxic slugs found on east Auckland beach
The public is being advised to supervise dogs and children on Kohimarama Beach after toxic sea slugs were discovered there for the first time.
Most Aucklanders against bus-lane fines, survey shows
Over half Auckland's population doesn't support the council's $150 fines for driving in bus lanes.
<i>Brian Rudman:</i> Is central Auckland any place for a herd of elephants?
Should a popular, well-used park give up part of its territory to a herd of imported elephants?
<i>The Spencer family:</i> How the other half lives
A combination of vast wealth and tightly-guarded privacy - the features of New Zealand's wealthiest 'old money' family.
Rugby World Cup has Hawkins busy
Hawkins Construction gets a boost from government spending.