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Toll roads the future, says UK specialist
Overcoming public perceptions is the first step, but planner promises economic benefits will be tangible.

Technology drives better ways of getting around
Smart roads and clever apps could hold the key to solving Auckland's congestion problems, writes Steve Hart.

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

Future of Chch schools still undecided
Decisions on the future of Christchurch's quake-hit schools will depend on the relocation plans of the city's red-zone residents.

Wilderness parks failing to attract the young
Statistics showing fewer family visits spark search for child-friendly ideas.

Youth in holding pattern as recession bites north
The impacts of the global financial crisis hit are ingrained in our communities.

Gender balance in India becoming skewed
In the Indian states of Punjab and Haryana, there are not enough women to go round.

<i>Dita De Boni</i>: Trying to keep the faith
It depresses me to think that inevitably, one if not all of my children will make their futures offshore.

My Auckland: Mangere Bridge
Rafael Caso, creative account manager, and Karen Caso, hard-working mum, reckon they're lucky to live in Mangere Bridge, Auckland's best-kept-secret suburb. They tell James Russell why.

Govt makes it a lot easier for the rich to get NZ passports
Changes to the Government's business migration scheme will make it easier for rich foreign investors to qualify as investor migrants.