'Downhill very soon': 9000+ lightning strikes as thunderstorms hit country
The stormy weather is expected to continue all week but hopefully clear by the weekend.
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OPINION: The way that some staff have been dealt with has been shameful.
US-inspired Carlaw Park Student Village takes off
Old school dorms out: Uni's new megablock took design tips from students.
Easter road toll stands at 1 after rider dies from crash injuries
A 68-year-old man has died from injuries suffered in a crash on April 7.
School holidays off to wet and windy start - thunderstorms and rain forecast
It may be time for parents to bring out board games for children.
'Wild West': Big housing project a return to bad city planning, councillor says
The councillor believes the application should be publicly notified to give people a say.
Project Auckland: Flood protection at work
The transformation of a park involved a vast system to deal with 1-in-100-year deluges.
Sean Sweeney: How the CRL will open up an entire rail network
OPINION: The Rail Link is more than improving transport, it's a transformative project.
Project Auckland: Opportunity costs lie in flood and cyclone response
Weather events have left the city with significant damage to public and private assets.
Project Auckland: How to Prepare for greater density
Eke Panuku's role is to handle the big-picture planning for Auckland's future.
Viv Beck: A vibrant international city in the making
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Mark Thomas: The state of Auckland right now
The Committee for Auckland has launched an annual assessment of how the city is faring.
Project Auckland: CRL key to Midtown regeneration
A new Central Rail Link station will be the catalyst for change and growth.
Auckland Airport embarks on its biggest-ever upgrade
Sustainability is now front of mind for the new domestic terminal.
Future proofing Auckland: Climate change means planning for a risky future
Where we build needs to change in the face of more extreme weather.
Ports of Auckland turnaround gains speed
The port company is determined to right the wrongs by concentrating on its core business.
Project Auckland: Resilience key in housing - Kāinga Ora
The recent floods have made Kāinga Ora determined to push on with future-proofed housing.
The first cut is the deepest: Sir Rod Stewart gets tattooed in Auckland to cap NZ tour
'The first cut is the deepest,' sang Rod Stewart. Now he's got a tattoo in Auckland.
'It's a living nightmare': Clean-up begins in Auckland after tornado, 12 homes yellow-stickered
About 60 - 70 homes have been assessed so far.
Traffic building as Easter holidaymakers head home, warnings of 'chaotic' weather
Holiday commuters can expect gridlocked roads as they return home on Easter Monday.
'It's a living nightmare': Clean-up begins in Auckland after tornado
The twister caused damage to parts of east Auckland last night about 9pm.
Men winched from stricken yacht near Rakino Island
The boat ran aground in rough weather in the Hauraki Gulf on Easter Sunday.
'People are heartbroken': Tornado hits Auckland, resident describes 'scary scene'
The twister caused damage to parts of east Auckland last night about 9pm.
'The land was literally falling away under our feet': How Cyclone Gabrielle ravaged Te Henga/Bethells Beach
The cyclone has left permanent scars on the landscape, creating 'ecological grief'.
'Massive damage': Tornado hits Auckland, roofs lifted from homes
The twister has smashed parts of East Tamaki tonight.
'Chaotic': Fresh weather warnings as 40mm of rain an hour set to lash parts of NZ
Northland, Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty all in firing line for thunder tonight.
Trad front, rad back: Grey Lynn house valued at $5.6m for sale
'But a lot was done on the renovation. I spent too much on that - over $2.5m.'
My Secret Auckland: Actor Chye-Ling Huang
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Four injured in serious Mount Roskill crash
Road is closed with motorists asked to avoid the area.
McMillionaires: The McDonald's franchisee power list
Seven entities own more than 20 of the 180 outlets. We name them.
Grapes of wrath: SH1 delays near Blenheim after truck crash causes grape spill
There is reported to be heavy traffic in the area and stop / go management is in place.
Auckland boaties sunk on first trip have lucky escape after cops track phone GPS
The trio found themselves in dire straits after their runabout began taking on water.