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<i>Anthony Doesburg:</i> Project points way to accessible information
Co-operative approach by Auckland region's councils makes map-based data easier to use.

Ratepayers face $28m bill for Oz airport deal
Auckland City and Manukau ratepayers will foot a $28 million bill as their councils move to secure their stakes in Auckland Airport.

Maulings spark call to train dog owners
Animal experts are urging improved education of dog owners form a major part of the Government's review on dog controls.

Toddler receives 20 stitches after pitbull attack
A three year-old girl has 20 stitches in her face and almost lost an eye after being attacked by a pit-bull terrier in Wairoa.

Integrated ticket deal expected to boost popularity of airport bus
Long-distance coach passengers are being hooked into a single ticket with an Auckland Airport bus service to boost its popularity after a sluggish takeoff.

Pitbulls that mauled girl were 'used to children'
The two pitbulls that nearly mauled a 5-year-old to death were well cared for and had played safely with children before, says the local council.

Change of plan, so city's offices up for rent
Ocean and city views from the top floor of North Shore's new civic building are the best in town.

Snub for squillionaire's superyachts
Big-spending overseas millionaires' superyachts are being turned away from Auckland because of lack of decent berths.