Contactless payments for Auckland public transport rides to start Sunday
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Transport Minister in advanced talks with Mayor Brown to ‘reform’ Auckland Transport
The two Browns agree on the need to overhaul the city's transport authority.
From 1800 homes to 700: Fletcher downsizes plans for ex-Three Kings quarry
'Not having the accusation of we are building in a hole,' - Steve Evans, Fletcher Living.
Letters: Abuse survivors deserve more than just money
OPINION: 'A fundamental question [about abuse in state care] remains largely unspoken.'
Seventy firefighters battled a large blaze at a Kumeū battery recycling facility last night.
Seventy firefighters from across Auckland battled a large blaze at a battery recycling facility in Kumeū, north of the city, last night. Video / Hayden Woodward
AT on the chopping block in bold plan by Mayor Wayne Brown
Watercare is the only CCO not impacted by the drive for greater political control.
Property Insider: ‘Smelly, noisy, rickety’ claim at Vic Park; Precinct plans notified
The courtyard was an underutilised space where homeless people went: landlord
O Christmas tree: Wellington gets three trees for $28k as Auckland splashes the cash
Auckland Council has copped criticism for its million-dollar tree.
Million-dollar Christmas tree: Auckland Council criticised for 'incredibly high price tag'
Council stumping up $800k for 18m fake tree, private orgs paying the rest.
Kāinga Ora calls in builders, clears Ponsonby tenants from five-year-old units
New paint, balustrades, privacy screens, walkway: New-ish Ponsonby state units upgraded.
Parnell transformation: Before and after $17m Pearson House upgrade
Rabbit warren-like building has had a massive makeover: photos show scale of change.
Letters: The evidence is in – jury trials no longer make sense
OPINION: Some Commonwealth countries have already ditched jury trials.
Property Insider: SkyCity's forest panels illuminated; Mormon temple opening; Metlifecare in Remuera
A tower of this size would be a big ask.
Auckland Council starts 'deconstructing' red-stickered homes – how does it work?
So far, 42 homes have been moved, recycled or demolished.
Sasha Borissenko: The legal costs of reducing alcohol-related harm
OPINION: The question remains whether they are worth it.
Thousands participate in the Auckland Marathon
Organizers said 17,000 people were taking part in the Auckland Marathon, the highest number in 10 years. Video / Alex Burton
Mayor slams Auckland Council agency’s $737k spend on campaign to boost positivity about city
Auckland Council defends $737k campaign, but less than half felt more positive.
'Driving me nuts': Mum of newborn fuming at three years of dirt bike bedlam
There are an enormous number of complaints in reserves, says Local Board chairman.
Auckland Transport's 24-hour pothole repair promise
'We’ll repair 95% of potholes on these roads within 24 hours of notification.'
Former speedway operator Bill Buckley ‘really p***ed off’ at motorsport’s exit from Western Springs
New football club Auckland FC linked to iconic stadium.
'Blindsided': Speedway hits back at Auckland Council after being forced out of Western Springs
Speedway will race at Western Springs this summer season for the last time.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown on another run, broken bridges and more
The Front Page: Wayne Brown has never shied away from saying exactly what he thinks.
Who's watching you? Auckland's surveillance camera network revealed
As new hi-tech equipment arrives, the Herald does a stocktake on the city.
Auckland Council snubs Government, makes own decisions on transport spending
Auckland Council has spread transport cuts far more widely than the Government wanted.
Watch: Sneak peek at new City Rail Link underground tunnels and stations
The $5.5 billion project is tracking toward operating the first passenger trains in 2026.
Bombshell letter delays council decision on moving speedway from Western Springs
"We appear to have conflicting information," said acting Mayor Desley Simpson.
Auckland councillor Kerrin Leoni first out of the blocks to express interest in standing for mayor
Leoni says no women have governed the Super City.
Paul Lewis: Why this city is stronger than Auckland for next America's Cup host
Logic says Auckland has about as much chance as a tissue paper mainsail.
Dog walkers slam new rules limiting numbers
Auckland Council plans to limit the number of dogs walked by a person at one time.
Simon Wilson: What's the difference between Wayne Brown and Tory Whanau?
OPINION: The Auckland and Wellington mayors have more in common than you might think.
South Auckland community celebrates 21 new te reo Māori site names
The names and narratives enrich and honour the area’s cultural heritage, chair says.
Dalton's decision: Wayne Brown says Team NZ boss will decide where next America's Cup is held
Saudi Arabia is the early frontrunner to host the next America's Cup.
Fortnightly rubbish trial: How to reduce waste and stinky bins
Experts share tips for cutting waste as Auckland set to test new fortnightly rubbish plan.
Repair costs for Wynyard Quarter bridge blow out
The structure is on track to reopen in December, says Eke Panuku.