1As politicians grapple with the problem of getting first home buyers into their own homes without destroying the equity of the houses people already own, National MP Sam Lotu-Iiga made the claim last week that in his Auckland electorate of Maungakiekie there were over 1100 houses for sale with an asking price of under $500,000. Campbell Live puts his claims to the test. Meanwhile, in Mangere Bridge, house prices have risen 30% in the past year.

2The Recreational Fishing Lobby is considering court action after the Government revealed the cuts it is imposing on how many snapper people can catch. The daily quota has been reduced from nine to seven, and the size limit will increase from 27 centimetres to 30 centimetres. However, there has been no change imposed on the number of snapper commercial fishing enterprises can catch. Interview with the Minister for Primary Industries, Nathan Guy.

3What has San Francisco gained financially from hosting the America's Cup? Has the money invested paid off for the city? Can Auckland learn any lessons from San Francisco's experience?