Burst water main in middle of drought: Auckland's Queen St closes for repairs
The same pipe burst on May 5, shutting part of Queen St for two days.
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Live: PM signals an easing of level-2 rules - and what she makes of Muller
A number of Auckland services will reopen this week, including the zoo and museum.
Watercare boss defends drought response as dam levels continue to plunge
The organisation says it is operating based on drought standards set by elected officials.
Rates relief: Auckland Council announces $65m hardship package, flags redundancies
Auckland Zoo is one council operation facing a $5m revenue loss from Covid-19.
Second chance for a Lime e-scooter NZ trifecta
A spot in the e-scooter market is up for grabs in some of the country's biggest cities.
The big dry: Before and after of Auckland’s dams
Auckland's drought crisis is making things worse for this year's budget. Video / Brett Phibbs / Supplied
Auckland mayor Phil Goff signals lower rates increase of 2.5%
Goff said council needs to be mindful of people's lower incomes when setting the rate.
Auckland parking wardens' lenient approach before crackdown next week
You might want to thank your parking warden, this time.
Auckland Council targets savings of $120m
Changes will start kicking in by August 1, says chief executive Stephen Town.
Workers laid off as water restrictions follow Covid-19 shutdown
'Covid-19 hurt my business. Water restrictions killed my business.'
Auckland Council staff asked to take pay cuts
Auckland Council staff who earn over $100,000 have been asked to take a paycut.
Auckland politician wants recycled water used on parks
Watercare says there are health risks with recycled water being used on parks.
Auckland heritage-listed building to get a facelift
Council heritage expert Rebecca Fogel said the changes are not a good outcome.
Auckland water use down slightly as tough rules kick in
City water usage reduces under new restrictions amid worst drought on record.
In hot water: 35 Aucklanders pinged for breaches as city faces drought
Today's sunny blue skies perfect for washing the car, right? Wrong Watercare says.
Turn off the tap: $20,000 fines kick in today for water rogues
Watercare opts for an education-first approach, but says its serious about saving water.
Freeeeeeedom! Kiwis embrace level 2 - what you can do this weekend
It's here at last, New Zealand. Our first level 2 weekend.
Focus: As water reserves run low, Auckland Council restricts use
The Upper Nihotupu Reservoir is running at critically low levels, as Auckland water restrictions are put into place from Saturday. Video / Brett Phibbs
Company wants to mine two million cubic metres of sand off Pakiri coast
Company wants to mine two million cubic metres of sand for Auckland's construction sector.
Shorter showers, no hoses: Restrictions as Auckland runs dry, $20k fine for rule breaks
Showers expected but not enough to bring relief to city's water shortage.
Auckland pools remain closed due to water restrictions
Council libraries, fitness centres and community venues will start to open from next week.
Working from home goes on for thousands of corporate workers
It'll be a slow return to the office for many of those working for corporates.
Public transport in level 2: Window seats only, no standing
People will be restricted to window seats unless they are with someone they know.
Bribery: Corrupt former Auckland Council worker sentenced
Sundeep Rasila defrauded council out of nearly $30,000 over a Chinese tech goods contract.
Auckland Council warning: Libraries, pools likely to reopen in stages
"Given the scale and size of our facilities, this is likely to mean a staged approach."
Auckland's Elliot Stables eatery owners desperate for help
About 40 staff are employed at Elliot Stables and many are on the wage subsidy now.
'We don't know how much rain we're going to get'
Changing to level 2 could be make Auckland's water crisis even worse.
Auckland water shortage: Is treated sewage a future option?
Auckland is amid its worst drought on record - and experts say there is worse to come.
Auckland's water worries: Tips and tricks to conserve water
New Zealand's biggest city is grappling with the worst drought in its history.
Editorial: High and dry on red tape
Editorial: Auckland's water supply drops below 50 per cent while bureaucracy stagnates.
Drought bites: Goff confirms mandatory water restrictions looming
Watering gardens, washing cars and water blasting houses could incur a heavy fine.
Ōwairaka tree impasse: Time to move forward, agree protesters and Ngati Whatua
Iwi steps into impasse over tree removal at Ōwairaka between protesters and authority.
Calls to 'lock in' Auckland's 'pandemic surge' in cycling, walking during lockdown
Experts say it will also help the city reach its goal of halving carbon emissions by 2030.
Ngarimu Blair: Time to end maunga standoff
COMMENT: Locals are needed to provide daily care for newly planted trees.