Auckland’s latest density rules could further restrict building on risky properties
Council planning director Megan Tyler. Photo / Sylvie Whinray About 12,000 properties most at risk from natural hazards…
Jesse Mulligan: The top 10 best foodie cities in New Zealand, ranked
In his fortnightly foodie advice column, Viva’s resident dining-out editor shares his recommendations and insider advice. This week,…
What The Viva Team Ate (& Drank) In February
Whispering sweet nothings over sublime sushi. Maybe Auckland’s very best smash burger. We have been eating up a…
Serious two-vehicle crash on Auckland’s Northwestern motorway creates 4km queues
Motorists were advised to avoid the motorway at this time, or delay travel. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi…
Climb every maunga: Steven Braunias on his epic volcano adventure
In the first of a two-part series, Steve Braunias, armed only with a bus pass, a flask of…
Auckland’s best hotels: Top stays for couples, families and business
“It’s perfect if you want to switch off properly while still being an easy trip from Auckland.” For…
West Auckland’s Woodlands Park School in police-advised lockdown
“The school had gone into a voluntary lockdown as a result,” police said. Police said they are now…
Society Insider: Rich Lister Chris Meehan hoping to replicate Ayrburn’s success in Auckland; meet cricket star Rachin Ravindra’s new girlfriend
Bravo at Cracker Bay, the new restaurant opening at Westhaven Marina. Ayrburn’s hospitality precinct has become a favourite…
Auckland restaurant Cassia closing at SkyCity, moving to a new location
Sid Sahrawat. Photo / Babiche Martens “We are so grateful to the SkyCity team for welcoming us into…
New classrooms ease overcrowding at high-growth schools as rolls soar
Flat Bush, one of the country’s fastest-growing areas, has experienced rapid pressure on schools. Te Uho o te…
Fears for Auckland west coast rockpools as Whangaparāoa shellfish ban looms
“The second type of post we’re seeing and hearing is that they’re looking for other places to go.…
Wellington’s brown tide, Christchurch’s big stink, Auckland’s toxic beaches: Why our wastewater nightmare has just begun
My great-great-grandfather collected night soil, the historical euphemism for human excrement. He came after dark on his horse-drawn…