New ZealandCouncil takes on more 'spin doctors'The number of "spin doctors" at Hamilton City Council has increased in the past two years while six other positions in the communications unit have disappeared.24 Apr 11:24 PM
New ZealandAppeals for Dunedin rodeo banThe International Rodeo could be barred from returning to Forsyth Barr Stadium if the Dunedin City Council agrees to a plea from animal rights group Safe.11 Feb 08:34 PM
New ZealandHamilton's new house rules lambastedA council has gone to extreme lengths to create safer neighbourhoods by preventing home owners from building garages ahead of the house, and forcing more living on to the front yard with little privacy.30 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil staff prepare to take action in pay disputeHamilton City Council union members are ready to take industrial action after pay negotiations stalled.26 Nov 04:30 PM