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Rates caps on, says Watts; beans to that, says Brown

Although many would tip their hats to the recent announcement that council rates increases will be capped at four per cent, at least one...

Waiuku arsonist jailed

The arsonist behind the Waiuku Business Park fire last November has been sentenced in Auckland. Janus Breytenbach, 31, appeared before Judge Ngaroma Tahana for sentencing...

Adult Learners turn over new leaves

Old dogs may struggle to learn new tricks, but it’s never too late for Kiwis, Auckland Council contends. The joy of lifelong learning is on...

From the Editor: Of dads and lads

I haven’t crunched the numbers, but I read something shocking recently – men live longer if they sire progeny than if they never procreate....

Ready to Run catalogue ready to read

The New Zealand Bloodstock (NZB) Ready to Run catalogue is out now and already drawing attention. While breeze-up analysis and physical inspections will come closer...

Heat runs hot & cold

It wasn't the finest weather as the Counties Manukau Heat opened their Farah Palmer Cup (FPC) season at Navigation Homes Stadium on Saturday (August...

North Waikato crash fatal

A single vehicle crash overnight has proved fatal. Emergency services were called to Semple Street, Huntly at approximately 12.40am this morning, September 5. The driver died...

Addressing online harm for Kiwi youth

The Times is partnering with University of Auckland Media, Screen Studies and Communications student Kaitlyn Norton to publish a series of news stories examining...

Making property management work for you

Delivering property management with a personal touch is important to Arean Lubbers. Through FCC Property Management, Arean offers competitive rates and, unlike the large...

Made with love… and noodles

When Wannarin (Lyn) Kamkwa came to New Zealand, she brought a secret weapon – a recipe that’s more than 100 years old. The recipe, for...