PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Wellington idealists are acting like a bully over Auckland's housingChris Bishop's housing targets for Auckland are seen as overly aggressive.30 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Bully-boyish': Local politicians slam Chris Bishop's Auckland housing fixBishop dismissed Fletcher's column, calling it factually inaccurate.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandKaipara councillor warns Northlanders face $4000-plus water ratesKaipara Council voted 6:2 to join Northland’s Local Water Done Well initiative.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandArmed police called to Nth Shore bus station; three men detainedSuspects were seen boarding a bus after an alleged robbery in Auckland Central. 30 Jul 07:42 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'No agreement': Tenants win dispute after tiny home tips in stormThe home lacked building consent and there was no written agreement with the tenants.30 Jul 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why cancelling regional councils would be a very bad ideaOPINION: Imagine what would happen if regional councils were no more.29 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: In defence of Auckland's urban designersOPINION: Chris Bishop wants councils to stop trying to win design awards. But why? 29 Jul 05:00 PM
AucklandMayor's chief of staff quits amid $560k liquidation controversy The sole creditor was Inland Revenue, owed $559,739. 29 Jul 03:50 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAgents sought to sell Smith & Caughey's Queen St HQBoard member Peter Alexander said the intention was to sell but there was no hurry.28 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandPolice Investigate Stabbing at Manukau Bus StationPolice are investigating a stabbing at the Manukau Bus Station on Manukau Station Road, reported around 8:15pm. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jul 12:05 PM
WellingtonBullying, defamation, threats: Wellington City councillors worst in NZ for staff complaintsCouncillors have been accused of being inappropriate and intimidating to staff.27 Jul 11:22 PM
New ZealandAuckland woman horrified council tried to take rough sleepers' tents, sleeping bagsShe stopped council workers from removing items she had given them a few days before.27 Jul 07:44 AM
Crime'Insidious offending': Uni student behind NZ's first 'SMS blaster' attackNearby phones were 'effectively hijacked' by the device, which operated out of his car.27 Jul 04:44 AM
PremiumPremiumAucklandCold dread: Home 'worthless' after Auckland Council buys unit next doorJim Weir says his son's home is now 'unsaleable' after the council's flood buy-back.26 Jul 05:00 PM
Auckland FCAuckland FC withdraw stadium plan, eye extended stay at current venuesAuckland FC are seeking long-term plans for a high-performance centre at North Harbour.26 Jul 06:12 AM
New ZealandWhy Auckland's new hysteroscopy service is a game changer for womenPatients can have assessment and procedure in one visit.26 Jul 04:23 AM
New ZealandGrandmother punched in mouth at Auckland teen football game, match abandonedA foul tackle on the field quickly escalated into a brawl and a grandmother being hit.26 Jul 01:48 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyHow a teen warehouse job led to a $73m supermarket openingHe started as a picker in a distribution centre, now he's buying a $14m supermarket.26 Jul 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonHelipads in Westmere, dogs in Three Kings and the soils of PukekoheOPINION: What's fabulous and what's frustrating in and around Auckland Council right now? 26 Jul 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAucklandNZ’s biggest leaky build: Judge intervenes in $240m apartment fix fiascoHomeowners were told levies won't fund the repairs and 'external finance' is now required.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: It's time to fully review our local government structureOPINION: But any changes must be the right ones for the right reasons.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Voting should be made easier, not more difficultOPINION: 'It’s clear they are not concerned this change will reduce voter turnout.'25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBillion-dollar view? City showdown looms over tall buildings v volcanoesMinister Chris Bishop is pushing Auckland Council to allow faster development.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyContrasting sites: New supermarket opens next to abandoned car lotScheme for three-level apartments on hold, awaiting further information about the project.25 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland supermarkets and liquor stores under fire for selling high-strength beersThe products are being sold as singles and range from 7% to 16% ABV.24 Jul 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Address signs of leaky homes 2.0 before the rot sets inOPINION: Building inspectors seeing more low-quality work fear history repeating.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandConcerns raised over troubling behaviour near Auckland schoolsThe incidents date to May, however, the most recent one happened yesterday.24 Jul 08:00 AM
Auckland'Radical ruling': Auckland helipad controversy sparks council actionCouncillors aim to make helipads non-complying in sensitive areas.24 Jul 07:08 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Marc Ellis to open wellness studio; Trelise Cooper’s $10m apartment off the market Plus, businessman Andy Higgs is campaigning for better digital security for Kiwis. 23 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandLGNZ backs Tauranga mayor's call for council structure reviewMahé Drysdale emphasised designing a system that works for local communities.23 Jul 05:01 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyResidents take legal action over high fees at The CAB apartmentsThe High Court will hear the case in Auckland on October 20.23 Jul 02:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Musician at Auckland pub allegedly assaults top female football playerDanny Doolans has condemned the actions of one of its musicians.23 Jul 12:39 AM
New Zealand'Do you want to die?': State tenant accused of pointing gun at teen escapes evictionAnother tenant escaped eviction despite her boyfriend attacking a neighbour.22 Jul 08:31 AM
New ZealandWatch: Lewd gossip about Tory Whanau shared by Auckland councillor Maurice WilliamsonThe sexually explicit comments were made in an Auckland Council committee meeting.22 Jul 06:56 AM