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'Alternative to a rusting hulk': Relief over Icon finishing Seascape
'Well done, Icon. The city will be behind you.' - Shane Brealey, Simplicity Living MD.

Heavy rain, strong winds lash Auckland's CBD
Strong gale-force winds lash Auckland's CBD tonight as a storm moves across the country. Video / NZ Herald

'We're f*****': Passenger frustration after grounded flight
Passengers smelled fuel through air vents, causing diversion.

‘Super exciting’: Accor eyes growth with NZ convention centre boost
He manages Accor’s core hotels in 48 countries, including 1300 hotels.

On The Up: Airline survived Covid and a recession - now for the future
'We would be lost without them in Whanganui.'

‘Unbelievable’: Mangawhai man on $1m Lotto win surprise
His first purchase will be a new car, and he plans to get financial advice.

Housing glut: Auckland’s biggest agency has record unsold stock
Some Auckland vendors had begun to expect higher prices, REINZ said of February data.

‘Run out of stadiums’: Court shortage leaves North Shore kids’ basketball in crisis
About 10,000 fixtures are forced across eight North Shore venues.

Minister outlines bold plans to boost Auckland’s growth at key luncheon
The event will also feature a panel with Simeon Brown and Simon Bridges.

‘Thursday is the new Friday’: How Auckland’s nightlife is evolving
Auckland faces a major shortfall in funding for large events.

‘Helipad’ on plans but council says no chopper application sought
The word 'helipad' is on approved plans but the council says no landing rights are sought.

Paul Lewis: We must act now if Auckland wants to host America’s Cup
Team New Zealand plan to announce the 2027 venue by June 20.

‘Yoga impacted by construction noise’: Arvida’s $50m+ fix-up irks some
Arvida is spending $50m+ on the main hub and apartments at its Mayfair retirement village.

Bayswater Marina wants 156-boat drystack plans non-notified
Auckland Council is yet to decide if plans for the new building should be notified.

New boat-sharing operator launches for Auckland boaties
Freedom Boat Club is one of the largest in the world. Now it's come to New Zealand.

Fullers hydrofoiling e-boat ready for passengers
Eric Laakmann, CEO of boatmaker Vessev, says a 100-passenger version is on the way. Video / Michael Craig

Watch: Kiwis, NZ-bound tourists stranded in US airport
Travelers, including Kiwis trying to get home, were stranded at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on Saturday, 11 January 2025, after a snowstorm. Video / Carina Fischer

Preview of Auckland Airport’s brand new Transport Hub
The airport reveals it’s Transport Hub and plaza area, which are now complete. Video / Auckland Airport

Watch: How Auckland Airport tried to avert traffic problems at Mānawa Bay
Mark Thomson, commercial manager at Auckland Airport. is at Mānawa Bay, discusses the new premium discount outlet on airport land.

Will NZ's new tourism levy really discourage visitors?
The price hike has sparked criticism but what do the tourists think?

Ferry trial to replace troubled bridge on Auckland waterfront
A free ferry service has been trialed trialled between the Viaduct Basin and the Wynyard Quarter on Auckland’s waterfront.