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Surprise royal wedding invitation worth a call to Mum
A Takapuna-born nurse, 30, will attend Friday's ceremony with her husband, a flight lieutenant in Prince William's squadron.
Leaky home owners lose court battle
The owners of several apartments in a luxury hotel complex on Auckland's North Shore have lost their battle to sue the old North Shore City Council in a multi-million dollar leaky building row.
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.
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.
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
Rainbow connection in Takapuna
A lakeside home's colour-mad owner has created a dynamic space.
Auckland Arts Festival: A vocal ambition
Rebecca Barry talks to Kiwi opera singer Kristen Darragh about her drive to perform around the world.
Brew beauty
The good ol' cuppa is riding a new wave of popularity. Nicky Pellegrino reports on the explosion of boutique teas that are a far cry from the humble English breakfast.
Triathlon: Docherty edges Gemmell
Double Olympic medallist Bevan Docherty outsprinted Kris Gemmell to claim the Takapuna rounds of the national triathlon series today.
Microscopic jellyfish a pain for swimmers
A health warning has been issued as stings from microscopic jellyfish plague swimmers at popular beaches on Auckland's North Shore.
Setting the wheels in motion
Exercise, fresh air and new perspectives await those who venture on to Auckland's off-road cycleways, writes Kirsten Warner.
Royal treatment in Takapuna
Takapuna's landmark 'castle' has been brought into the 21st century with a stylish, no-expenses-spared renovation befitting its superior position and aristocratic bearing
Five of the best: Urban campsites
Pack up the tent and the kids and head ... across town. We round up some unexpected campsites right here in Auckland.