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Win a family pass to the cricket

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

Princess for the day

An international competition to win a wedding dress and another for a bridal bouquet turned one lucky girl into a princess for her dream wedding held on the golden sands of Palm Beach.

Performers want bite of the Big Apple

A group of young performers from a tiny island are in for the chance to experience the Big Apple if director Kathy Ogletree gets her way.

Watch the 'legs' speeding away

Boats with "legs" are all the rage and Onetangi Beach is believed to have the highest density population of Sealegs in the country.

Beach races not the only attraction

The annual Onetangi Beach Races will gallop ahead this Sunday – tsunami warnings, weather and horse mussels permitting.

Day draws people together

The community met Piritahi Marae's plea last week to "come together" to celebrate Waitangi Day.

Ship most likely killed Bryde's whale

A post-mortem has confirmed the Bryde's whale spotted off Cactus Bay a week ago was killed by a ship.

Bright start for school

Better NCEA results, a higher roll and the election of a new head boy and girl have got the new year off to a good start at Waiheke High School.

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.

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...

Marae open to all

People who've never experienced a powhiri can head to Piritahi Marae on Monday.

Dead whale towed to Motuihe

Boaties enjoying an evening cruise were shocked to come across a dead whale floating upside down off the coast.

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.

Fire guides rescue flight

In what looked like a scene from a Survivor episode, a helicopter was guided to its destination by a fire and torches after a young boy fell ill on Great Barrier Island.

Mysterious island stars in film promo

A mysterious experiment has caused some fun for a ferry company, a rugby star and two young actors.

Whooping cough stats spark advice

Parents are being urged to check their children are fully immunised against whooping cough after a surge in cases late last year.

Are you ready?

Suburban Newspapers, publisher of the Waiheke Marketplace, 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.

Phoenix palm fire called suspicious

Firefighters rushed to put out a burning tree in Blackpool on Monday afternoon.

Volunteers out to water fun runners

Community groups will be out in force to man the water stops at the annual Wharf2Wharf fun run and walk this Saturday.

Helipad task achieved

The vital role of the Westpac rescue helicopter has been demonstrated by punters' generosity at a fundraiser to create a purpose-built helipad on the island.

Race to the top

Pearl Going plans to be the fastest woman in the world to scale the seven summits in 360 days and she's already ticked two peaks off her list.

Five drivers over limit

Five people were caught drink-driving over the holiday period.

Big `bronzies' in bay

Three sharks have been causing a stir at the entrance to Matiatia Bay.

`Blame weather on La Nina'

Holidaymakers have been soldiering on despite the humid weather conditions and double the rainfall last month.

Rejigged supermarket finds favour

The long-awaited supermarket on Belgium St is a step closer.

Live chat with Santa

Hey kids - is there something you really want to ask Santa?

Esplanade closure to continue

The trial closure of the Esplanade from Surfdale to Blackpool will continue into the new year as Auckland Transport investigates options for its future.

The Love of Christmas

Three Year-old Moby Ethell is delighted with the reindeer antlers he made for the Waiheke Community Childcare Christmas party.

Celebrate the buzz

What a year it's been for Auckland. We hosted more than a hundred thousand international visitors for the Rugby World Cup and made them feel truly welcome as we showcased our spectacular city.

Here's to the planet

Three years after making a commitment never to purchase a plastic bottle of water, Pippa Blake made use of the newly installed water fountain at Matiatia ferry terminal to refill her water container.

A sea of festive joy

Seven-year-old Ellie May Rudkin-Binks was all set up to enjoy a blustery evening at Carols by the Sea.

Auckland area hit by many measles cases

Health authorities are urging Aucklanders to ensure they are fully protected against measles before they go on holiday.

Library gets thumbs up

Draft plans for the new $5.1 million library in Oneroa have been given the thumbs up at two community open days.

Family fun day a blast

Thanks Auckland. That's the message from the Mad Butcher and Suburban Newspapers Community Trust as it closes the door on another great year.

Lights leave city beaming

Random Acts, is touted as an ‘urban, contemporary street theatre programme’ and is currently running in Aotea square and Elliot and Lorne streets.

More FM Xmas factor winner to debut at Christmas in the Park

This year's Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park will be one to remember for a young Auckland singer.

Review: A Criminal Christmas

Festive fun in an old folks home. What could be better?

A visit to the Herald Theatre to see A Criminal Christmas last night provided this reviewer with some light-hearted relief from the daily grind.

Boatshed owners do the paperwork

The future of the Rocky Bay boatsheds is a little more certain after concerns that some could be demolished if the Auckland Council five-yearly inspection showed they had fallen into disrepair.

Ukulele maestros in concert

The Nukes' Christmas concert and workshops take place this weekend at Artworks Theatre.

SPCA loses little pal

The Waiheke SPCA is mourning an extra special little blue guest. Perry the penguin died at the Oneroa vet clinic last Thursday after developing a respiratory infection.

All the fun of the parade

Spraying cold fresh water on to the hot crowd proved to be a winning move for Pumps and Plumbing which won first prize in the business category for its float in the annual Santa Parade.

Hollie Smith joins Christmas in the Park

International recording artist, award winning singer/songwriter Hollie Smith will join the star-studded cast of next week's Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park, being held at the Auckland Domain this Saturday.

Denise off to Parliament

The bright green loose overshirt told the story as the new Member of Parliament toasted her success with a glass of bubbles at a party for friends and family on Sunday afternoon.

Visitors get the good oil at festival

A slow start led to a busy finish at the Waiheke Olive and Artisan Food Festival.

MP humbled by support

National MP Nikki Kaye is waiting for the final election count to come through on December 10 but says she's working hard and intends to be on Waiheke in the next week for some constituency work.