Asia and Africa will determine future global population growth, writes The Independent's Hamish McRae.

Outrage over the price of All Blacks jerseys was just the latest sign of how internet buying has changed the retail game, reports Karyn Scherer.

Nikki Kaye and Jacinda Ardern are rivals for Auckland Central. But with Green candidate Denise Roche in the equation, the battle won't be straightforward.

Plan aims to make use of transport corridors and protect countryside.

The number of people aged 100 or older in rapidly greying Japan has hit a record high for the 41st consecutive year.

NZ's total of building trades workers needs to double to 155,400 over the next five years, say training groups.

Large-scale iwi investment in the New Zealand heartland could reinvigorate rural economy.

Overcoming public perceptions is the first step, but planner promises economic benefits will be tangible.

Smart roads and clever apps could hold the key to solving Auckland's congestion problems, writes Steve Hart.

The Global Cities initiative is looking at ways to help Auckland become a better place to live and work, writes Ruth Le Pla.