Some of Greater Auckland's very experienced local politicians are toppled by relatively new kids on the block in the inaugural Super City ward elections.

The first Auckland Council has been decided, and it has a centre-left look about it, which will make life easier for Super Mayor Len Brown.

Council candidates, promoters back Herald plea to save decaying theatre.

If you are part of a big syndicate chasing the Ellerslie million-dollar Pick6 on Saturday get out to the track and have a free bet.

"Auckwood" does not quite have the panache of Bollywood or Wellywood - but Auckland producers are happy to let the region speak for itself.