Auckland City Harbour News

Celebrate the festival of colours

Humm FM 106.2 in association with Bhartiya Samaj Charitable Trust is organising the grand celebration of Holi - the festival of colours.

Win a family pass to the cricket

Here's your chance to see the Blackcaps take on South Africa for free.

Footie a fulltime focus

Busy is an understatement for one sports coach who is starting a world cup crusade this year.

Transport funding shortfall a taxing question

Higher rates, taxes and levies are among the options being put to Aucklanders to help cover a funding deficit for major transport projects.

Artists draw inspiration from remote island group

"Wakey wakey" blasts over the loud speakers every morning to raise the nine South Pacific artists on board a navy frigate steaming north-east from New Zealand.

Bank on help from budgeting expert

Back to school costs and the myriad of other bills due in February can make it a tough time for many families but planning ahead will help ease the burden, money coach Doug White says.

Man run over in park

Catching an afternoon kip turned into a nightmare for a man who was run over by a car driving through an inner-city park last month.

Ukulele band funfest at Q

The sell-out Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra will kick off its New Zealand summer tour with two concerts at the newly opened Q Theatre next week.

Show debunks Kiwi celebrity myths

A former Shortland Street star is posing as a talk show host to exploit her life story.

Runners are heroes for kids like Hannah

It's hard to believe little Hannah Lacey can still raise a smile when you consider all she's gone through in her short life.

Skatepark rolls out

It may have been an extra six-week wait for Kingsland's newest hang-out but skaters finally have their promised skatepark and an opening celebration to boot.

Duo shares special bond

They look like the odd couple but Ashleigh Palalangi and her mentor Shona Ballinger share a "bond for life".

Plans to kick cars off busy Quay St

Commuters may have to find a different route to work if an Auckland Council proposal to make Quay St a pedestrian-focused boulevard goes ahead.

One step at a time for new playground

The Ports of Auckland Round the Bays event is more than just a fun day out for Pam Tregonning.

Crowd-surfing duo rock the library

Swearing and crowd surfing are two things not associated with the quiet sanctuary of a library.

Pacific art with a story

Remembering every sketch he's completed is no easy task for a man who composes art on Niuean bark cloths bigger than the studio he works from.

Horsepower with a difference

When Mark Thompson decided to buy a sports car he went for something as individual as possible.

Movie Review: Chronicle

Music scene farewells Yandall sister

A who's who of the entertainment scene will gather in Auckland on Friday to farewell one of its own.

On the Run

Reporter Lisa Honeybone thinks the impending Round the Bays run is the perfect excuse to get in shape and step out for a great cause. Follow her progress here...

Want to meet Jersey Boys?

Jersey Boys, one of the world's biggest theatre sensations, is coming to Auckland in April and we're giving you the chance to see it for free.

Bridge pathway supported

Support for the Auckland Harbour Bridge Pathway is strong according to feedback received by project lobby group GetAcross.

Building of significance

The last remaining piece of one of New Zealand's earliest economic giants has had its significance recognised by being registered by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust.

'Weird' day in the city

A bizarre series of events at a Queen St coffee shop led to a young girl hanging by her neck one storey above ground.

Make a wish come true

Kiwi kids are encouraged to Try for a Wish at this year's Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids Tryathlon and raise money for children living with life-threatening medical conditions.

Brothel sets up next to school

A brothel shut down in Remuera last year has reopened in Ponsonby next to a primary school.

Sailor's summer never ends

Stealing her father's boat when she was 17 was just the start of a life-long career on the water for a business woman celebrating almost half a century in the job.

Sweet opportunity for dancers

They've spent their summer holidays leaping and pirouetting around the school gym, church halls, tennis clubs – anywhere they could find a free rehearsal space.

Colour our community

The border of a failed development in an inner-city neighbourhood is being turned into a colourful mural.

Outcry over high-rise brothel

A number of Aucklanders may feel aggrieved by plans to construct a high-rise brothel on the site of the historic Aurora Tavern, says the head of a central city business association.

Zoo's leggy new arrival

Being the same size as an All Black lock forward means Auckland Zoo's latest arrival is no ordinary newborn.

Duo break the ice with NZ

Speed skating head coach Matthew Biggs couldn't believe it last week.

A chance for young musicians

A talented Avondale man is doing his part to change the world through music.

Are you ready?

Suburban Newspapers, publisher of the Auckland City Harbour News, has a long history with the Ports of Auckland Round the Bays fun run.

Seafood... and eat it!

Mayor Len Brown has made an early start getting his hands on some of the great cuisine being showcased this weekend on the waterfront.

Auction is a lifesaver

A beautifully framed and signed world cup All Blacks jersey is among items going under the hammer for charity online at TradeMe.

Elvis rocks the botanic gardens

A massive tribute to one of music's most enigmatic artists is set to rock the Auckland Botanic Gardens in Manurewa on February 26.

A gentle art for kids

Tucked away in Eden Terrace is a peaceful room complete with muted tones and potted lilies – it's the Riai Aikido Learning Centre.

Has appeal week fatigue set in?

If you're walking down Queen St and see a group of charity collectors, what do you do?

Stars shine at Sione's 2 premiere

The stars walked the red carpet in Auckland for the world premiere of Sione's 2: Unfinished Business.

Bus stop, bus goes

A low-cost bus service says it has met its obligations and will not be reimbursing a Pt Chevalier family after a passenger was left behind in Paihia.

Occupy Auckland digs in

Setting up satellite tent cities is strengthening the Occupy Auckland movement, according to members preparing to march down Queen St on Saturday.

Council's urgent hunt to secure wi-fi sponsor

Auckland city's free wi-fi service may be in jeopardy if a sponsor can't be found to continue the internet scheme.

Inferno in the night

The owners of a derelict Freemans Bay home gutted by fire on Wednesday morning say they will now rush ahead with plans to demolish the house.

Unicycles unite for challenge

Who needs two wheels when one will do?

The Manukau Unicycle Club is more shorts and T-shirts than leathers and hogs but what they lack in menace they make up for with grace and athleticism.

Mum's fight to find cure

When her daughter was given a death sentence in 1997 Bronwyn Gray was faced with a choice – sit around and wait for the worst or do something to help.

Comic has last laugh

A humble beginning has set the wheels in motion for comedian Sean Downie who is aiming to make his presence felt on the international stage this year.