Relationship with Auckland council on right path as mayor deals with old political divide

Tenants of New Zealand's most expensive state house - with sweeping views over Auckland's harbour - have been ordered out after one was convicted of benefit fraud.

The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) says four key areas of work are now underway to get the new northbound Newmarket Viaduct on Auckland's Southern Motorway ready to open for traffic.

Motorists can expect delays over the long weekend as work is carried out on the Southern Motorway.

It's a sunny-ish day but some threatening clouds are lurking. I don't care, I'm keen to get outdoors.

Contractors move in to clear mould and pave driveway of $37m Paritai Drive mansion.

Tenancy Tribunal hears property mogul and Westpac chief settled out of court.

Politicians have defended a planned $2 million plastic waka as a "spectacular" addition to Auckland's waterfront. It will be erected on Auckland's waterfront, close to Queen's Wharf for the Rugby World Cup in September.

Rich in blue-chip perks, this property's future is wide open.

South Islander Louise Mackenzie has made Auckland her base after eight years overseas. The business developer who shares a striking resemblance to Outrageous Fortune's Cheryl West tells us what she loves about her adopted home.

Devonport wharf is a popular spot for land-based fishermen.If you can't get out on the harbour on a boat, try these land-based fishing spots. James Russell reports.

It's all happening on the water this weekend - we round up some of the best spots to catch the yachting action.