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A bit of red tape with your tapas?
Serafin Bueno believed the Auckland Super City's boast of being a "business-friendly, can-do council" when deciding to open a cafe in Mt Eden's dining and bar precinct - three blocks from Rugby World Cup 2011 venue Eden Park.
Liquor licence infuriates residents
A new bottle store licence has angered residents of one of Auckland's poorest suburbs after it was 'sneaked through'.
Police minister 'shocked' at NZ's level of violent crime
Crime statistics released today show a 9.2 per cent increase in violent offending over the past 12 months.
Police back rise in drinking age
Police have said today they support proposals to increase the minimum drinking age and close bars earlier.
Newmarket station bottle store approved despite objections
A bottle store has opened next to the Newmarket Railway Station despite objections from residents of nearby apartments.
Booze 'too cheap' - changes ahead for Kiwi drinkers
Alcohol is too cheap and too prevalent in NZ, the Law Commission says.
K Rd groups fight bid for liquor store
One in 10 stores on Auckland's most famous street would be liquor outlets if new store opens.