The thrill of improv theatre
Unscripted and completely improvised storylines will be interwoven with harmony as performers for Insert Laugh Track Here take the stage at Artworks Theatre this...
All beaches red; heavy rains bring water contamination warnings
Auckland Council’s Safeswim issued safety warnings for all the Waiheke beaches it monitors during last week’s deluge.
An uncommon occurrence, the red pins on the...
Rubbish revamp open for consultation
Auckland Council is seeking feedback on a proposed revamp of waste rules on storage, kerbside collections, public rubbish bins and licencing of waste collectors...
Narrow escapes and splitting tanks after deluge
In one of the more dramatic tales from last week’s wild weather and heavy rain, a man and his dog had a narrow escape...
Marine Protection Act “a big change”
How will the new Hauraki Gulf Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act impact the Hauraki Gulf?
The Department of Conservation has been addressing this question in...
Local chef a finalist in global awards
Local chef Elmer Castillo has been nominated among the top ten finalists for the Emerging Global Filipino Icon 2026 award.
The prestigious award recognises the...
Ocean View Road amongst region’s most ticketed streets
Waiheke streets are proving reliable sources of parking ticket revenue for Auckland Transport – Ocean View Road is Auckland Council’s fifth most ticketed street,...
Rui Farrant debuts in black jersey at the epicentre of sevens rugby
Although his All Blacks Sevens Development side got knocked out in the quarter finals, Rui Farrant says pulling on the black jersey for the...
