KahuHide: Rift proves no place for boardConflict over funding for Auckland Council's Maori board shows why it should never have been legally required, Local Government Minister Rodney Hide says, after Dr Pita Sharples called for his resignation.15 Feb 04:35 AM
KahuSharples weighs in on council riftMaori Affairs Minister Pita Sharples has called for urgent negotiations to repair a growing rift between Auckland Council and its Maori Statutory Board, and blasted Local Government Minister Rodney Hide.15 Feb 03:11 AM
KahuMaori Board chair accuses councillors of 'making stuff up'False information from councillors is behind a dispute over funding for Auckland's new Maori Statutory Board, its chairman has alleged.14 Feb 10:48 PM
OpinionBrian Rudman<i>Brian Rudman</i>: Making Queen St a pedestrian mall won't fix tired old hick town lookWe need better shop verandas and input from property moguls and their tenants.13 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandCycle and walking path on bridge gets Brown's tickAuckland Mayor Len Brown has shown support for a cycling and walking path on the harbour bridge.13 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandMayor out to save heritage pair doomed in secret dealCouncil-owned industrial buildings at Wynyard Quarter earmarked for the axe.13 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandLocals upset at building planAn Orewa eco-friendly development has received resource consent for a 14-unit apartment block - before a public hearing on the merits of relaxing building controls.13 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandHero-style mardi gras back on city agendaCouncil and Govt crunching the numbers on the feasibility of an annual event.13 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandHeritage buildings under threatHeritage buildings under threat in the Wynyard Quarter on Auckland's waterfront. 13 Feb 10:18 AM
KahuOutcry forces rethink on $3.4m Maori budgetAuckland Mayor Len Brown has backed down over the $3.4 million budget for the Maori Statutory Board.10 Feb 04:30 PM
KahuMayor backtracks on board budgetThe Auckland Council is reconsidering its decision to give its Maori Statutory Board a $3.4 million budget, after rushing it through under urgency. Many councillors who approved the budget have today come out in opposition.10 Feb 06:20 AM
KahuCouncil's Maori board to cost $3.4mThe unelected Maori Statutory Board will cost Auckland ratepayers $3.4m a year to run after its budget was rushed through under urgency. 08 Feb 04:30 PM
