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Warning on end of Auckland's alcohol licence freeze
Auckland's local alcohol policy is fast becoming outdated according to one legal expert.
The big issues for Auckland's leaders
Auckland's rapid population growth is considered one of the key challenges for incoming council elected members, a report has revealed.
'Gaping holes, rusty bolts': Residents want dodgy footpaths fixed
People living in a beachside community are frustrated with its dangerous footpaths, some of which have caused severe injuries, they say.
Local politician continues fight for better drinking water for Waiuku
Franklin Local Board member Gary Holmes is questioning why Watercare isn't investing in water softening treatment in its upgrade of the Waiuku treatment plant.
South Auckland grocery store loses right to sell alcohol
The off-licence was denied after an appeal led by an Auckland councillor with the Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority.
Auckland pastor convicted, church fined for unsafe building
The church and community centre continued to be used for gatherings, even after being slapped with a dangerous building notice.
Frustration grows over two-year road works 'mess'
Works on a Auckland street are expected to drag on due to delays.
Auckland's new dog rules: What you need to know
Updates are being introduced on where and how dogs can be walked throughout the Auckland region.
Funding boost for Auckland's rare long-tailed bats
Funding from Auckland Council will help look after the native long-tailed bat, one of New Zealand's rarest and most vulnerable creatures.
Resident battles council's 'ridiculous' choice of berm tree
"They haven't thought this through at all," Sarah Thompson says.
Bottle shops caught selling alcohol to minors
Eleven bottle shops and stores across Auckland have been caught selling booze to under-18s in the past year.
Planning for Auckland's rapidly growing 'vibrant' south
A strategy to help support one of Auckland's fastest-growing regions with housing and its thriving farming industry has been approved by Auckland Council.
Memorial planned for unmarked graves at South Auckland cemetery
Many of the graves are for Māori babies but families of those buried there want the memorial to be a welcoming place for everyone.
'Absolutely the wrong place': Opponents petition bottle store application
Another application for a bottle store in South Auckland has angered opponents who say there's already five alcohol outlets within a one kilometre radius.
Why some Aucklanders get extra votes in local election
"Some might ask 'how this is legal', but it certainly is: wherever you pay rates you can vote," an official says.
Auckland council crackdown on unregistered dogs
Owners who continue to ignore reminders to register their pets will now face infringement fines, or go to court.
Mum recalls 'horrendous aftermath' of dog attack on son
The Auckland mum is sharing her story as part of Dog Bite Prevention Week.
Adoption centre offers hope to forgotten dogs
The first dog adoption centre in South Auckland is offering a new leash on life to abandoned and forgotten canines in the region.
Dad’s bike track dream to become a reality after battle
A beachside community in south Auckland will finally have its first pump track after the project was approved by the local board.
Speed calming measures for south Auckland roads an ‘insult’
South Auckland residents say even after a speeding fatality, they're still not being properly listened to.
Parts of South Auckland ditch bin tags
Papakura residents will no longer need to purchase and use prepaid bin tags from 1 May - the last area in Auckland to stop using the tags.
Drivers fume, asked to 'be patient', as new lights at busy intersection cause queues
A week in, motorists are still trying to get used to the new road layout, some taking to social media about the backed up traffic caused by the lights.
'Out of control': Residents fed up with 'race track' roads
Residents in south Auckland are sick of the speeding on their roads, and say Auckland Transport needs to take action or more people will die.
South Auckland alleyway upgrade brings relief to residents
For many years people had been scared to use the alleyway, but it has since been upgraded with lights, a new fence and local artwork.
'Lifetime of hurt': Memorial plans for unmarked graves gets underway
Plans to build a memorial for the unmarked graves at the Pukekohe Cemetery has begun with a series of whānau engagements underway.