Mainfreight is reporting its first quarter net surplus after abnormals rose 109 per cent to $14.2 million.

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.

The bars in town were full and Queen St buzzed with fans dressed in All Black jerseys and face paint.

Spies, jail sentences, hidden assets, a famous explorer - a former MP's bid to build a high-tech stealth helicopter has more twists than a combat mission, reports Karyn Scherer.