New ZealandCouncillor claims $1500-a-month mileageRatepayers face forking out $1500 a month to some councillors under the new Auckland regional authority - just to drive to meetings.21 Jul 11:10 PM
New ZealandBus lane fines 'unfair tax on drivers'Auckland's controversial bus lane enforcement regime has been attacked by a council committee chairman given an infringement notice.20 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandPopular swimming spots prove unsafeMany popular swimming spots contain high levels of bacteria that cause diarrhoea or infection, a new report shows.19 Jul 04:00 PM
OpinionBrian Rudman<i>Brian Rudman:</i> Better keep McCully off finest Afghani dak after Shed 10 performance18 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandBus lane anger falls on deaf earsA public call to relax rules for safer crossing of Auckland's bus lanes has been rejected by the country's land transport agency. 16 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandShed 10, 'slug' to form fan zoneThe Government's latest announcement on Queen's Wharf has the support of Auckland's regional and city council.16 Jul 02:38 AM
New Zealand$4m bus-lane 'disgrace'Auckland drivers have been fined $4.2m in a year for using bus lanes - even though there's no sign when they can enter lanes to turn left.15 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandBattle of the Super City hopefulsJohn Banks last night promised not to sell council shares in Auckland Airport or any more pensioner houses in the first major showdown for the Super City mayoralty.15 Jul 04:00 PM