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Political parties commit to removing housing developments from fast-track process.

OPINION: Auckland needs homes. But not just anywhere, at any cost.

Hundreds of staff from James Pascoe Group will shift from Union St to Pitt St eventually.

A strong submission to the council opposes the aged-care home.

OPINION: Reject list MPs are leading the Govt into a blaze of anger about council voting.

The chef hasn’t run a restaurant in 13 years but says he’s ready to get back in business.

A local dump has been transformed into a thriving second-hand shop and community hub, giving unwanted items a new life while bringing the community together.

QMS called the premature campaign a severe breach of confidence and process.

More than 3500 people have signed a petition to keep the Ōrewa sauna.

OPINION: I simply have to respond to the election plea from David Seymour.

Locals have launched a petition to stop Piha Campground closing for good.

Judge John Hassan imposed a conviction but no fine for the illegal building work.

Government changes let councils recover fast-track infrastructure costs.

Auckland's mayor tells a minister to stop meddling in the council's democratic processes.

Six protective llamas were introduced last year after roaming dogs killed 142 lambs.

Fat Boy was repeatedly found roaming and later classified as menacing.

OPINION: Act and National back a tourism dividend instead of Wayne Brown’s bed tax.

A small fire broke out at Waitemata station early this morning. Video / NZ Herald

Critics fear key voting evidence was destroyed before the inquiry resumed.

OPINION: Auckland's City Rail Link is sparking debate over cost and civic pride.

Chris Bishop says it's like something in London as NZ's first underground metro opens.

Wayne Brown said he has a sense of humour that wasn't appreciated by 'dull' people.

New National policy to redistribute International Visitor Levy, giving some to councils.

The council is considering refusing services to fast-track developments.

Act and New Zealand First have taken shots at National over its policy.

Paul Coll will chase a home world title as squash prepares for LA28.

Samson replaces Vivian Construction as problems hit its Herne Bay project.

More than a dozen votes were cast from addresses where residents say they did not vote.

Here's what commuters need to know about routes, timetables and opening day.