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'Grit their teeth': Sweeney on Dubliners living on proposed MetroLink route

'I would have preferred to stay in New Zealand,' says Sweeney.

Council reform: The Wayne Brown way has arrived

Auckland Council has a new development office and has taken direct control of planning.

Craig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreation

OPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.

Opinion: Mowbray helipad decision opens door in area with few regulations

OPINION: One couple's wish to commute by helicopter sets a worrying precedent.

'Special ceiling': sun and moon art adorn new Auckland train station

'Representing the history of this area. This ridgeline was a kauri forest.' - Barry Potter

$66m repair bill for Auckland apartments sparks court action

Two Victopia units face forced sale because of unpaid repair bills.

Asterisks, footnotes and claims of 'weasel words': Inside the battle for region's housing future

The plan is years in the making, but now it's reached a cross-council 'standoff'.

Noble false widow spider establishes itself in New Zealand

One of the world’s most invasive arachnids is thriving in urban areas in Aotearoa.

New, never-lived-in Auckland apartment project up for mortgagee sale

WFT Finance brought in a subcontractor to finish the apartments before calling Colliers.

First look at $1b warehouse hub by James Kirkpatrick Group

Heir's vision becomes a reality: 'Dad wanted this to be the best' – James Kirkpatrick jnr.

Hawke's Bay architecture shines at Te Kāhui Whaihanga awards

Sustainability and resilience were key themes in this year's architectural awards.

Wayne Brown: These are Auckland's three key areas for economic growth

OPINION: Rate rises have been kept to half the national average, saving $200m.

2300sq m of prime Auckland land selling for $2.5m - plus 15 cars if you can find them under the mess

The property is valued at $2.5m and is touted as 'an excellent opportunity'.

Mike Lee: Smith & Caughey’s closure a body-blow to Queen St

Smith & Caughey’s closure will result in 98 job losses in Auckland.

New 12-level $290m University of Auckland student block planned

Singaporeans involved in the new deal, Precinct to sell 80% of the development when done.

Opinion: Auckland's second harbour crossing could be practical and a thing of beauty

OPINION: A proposed second harbour link could destroy key parts of Auckland's waterfront.