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Hide faces flak from 'forgotten' Devonport
Local Government Minister Rodney Hide stepped into a hotbed of discontent over his Auckland governance reforms at a public meeting of 120 in Devonport this week.
Five of the best: Climbing walls
Climbing the walls this school holidays? Get them out climbing real ones instead at supervised walls around the region.
Auckland's Coastal Clean-up
Sustainable Coastlines led a group of 900 volunteers that removed over 42,000 pieces of rubbish from Auckland's North Shore beaches and waterways.
Getting back in the saddle
Joining a cycling group is a fun way to stay motivated when it comes to exercise, writes Diana Clement.
Trawling Auckland's historic treasure troves
Tired of taking the kids to the usual big museums during the school holidays? Virgil Evetts discovers Auckland contains many smaller collections worth a visit.
My Auckland: Duders Point, Devonport
Logan Grainger, accountant, and Justine Varrel, project manager and mum, are long time locals of the Duders Point part of Devonport. Logan tells Cate Foster why the area is so special to him.
Police cleared in two crashes
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has cleared police in two incidents but found an officer's actions in a Waikato "undesirable".
For an extreme point of view in Waiake
Ocean replaces desert in a piece of Palm Springs on the North Shore.
Five of the best: Urban nature escapes
For a breather from the city, explore the pockets of bush and wetland nestled in suburbia.
<i>Pinot Plus</i>, Takapuna
We had scarcely taken our seats at this small and well-reviewed Takapuna eatery before owner John Ingle was beside us.
Weekend leisure: Backyard bees
Beekeeping is a simple and rewarding hobby which can become rather addictive, discovers Catherine Smith.
Stretch out to someone
Liz Dickinson steps on the dating treadmill and finds singles fitness events can be fun.
Ship shape in Takapuna
In this Ron Sang-designed classic, a bow-shaped deck makes the home seemingly float above the lake.
Highly Deco rated in Takapuna
Built in 1943 and overflowing with Gatsby-esque glamour, this landmark Art Deco estate offers a truly unique lifestyle in a superb North Shore location.
Police taser man to end standoff
A protester who climbed a refrigeration company building on Auckland's North Shore early today and refused to come down was shot with a police taser gun.
London earthquake gig a sell-out success
A freezing London night didn't dampen the spirits of Kiwis with thoughts of home, writes Stephen Jewell
My Auckland: Freemans Bay
Anil Sharma and Rachel Jones arrived in Freemans Bay eight years ago from Britain, via Palmerston North. Rachel tells Catherine Smith what the family loves about the area.
Auckland Arts Festival: A vocal ambition
Rebecca Barry talks to Kiwi opera singer Kristen Darragh about her drive to perform around the world.