New ZealandMichael Sergel: Ihumātao four years onIt's four years since the council meeting which helped launch the Ihumātao movement.27 Aug 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJohn Tamihere's policies facing growing criticismNational Party stalwart Desley Simpson says John Tamihere is misleading voters.26 Aug 07:06 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFact versus fiction on the Auckland Mayoral hustingsAucklanders are paying through their water bills for a $1.2b giant sewer tunnel.22 Aug 09:34 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Candidate advocates spending on arts and cultureIt's time for a shake-up says Mercia-Dawn Yates. Made with funding from NZ On Air.22 Aug 05:00 AM
EntertainmentRatepayers stump up $15,000 for Mike McRoberts mayoral debateSecrecy clause means ratepayers can't know much the celebrity host will be paid.21 Aug 08:32 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Kaitiakitanga, guardianship and biculturalismContemporary views on ancient concepts. Made with funding from NZ On Air.21 Aug 07:39 AM
New ZealandTamihere's plan to dump fuel tax 'pure fantasy' without Government approval"I think that Mr Tamihere has an extreme case of electionitis," Phil Twyford said.21 Aug 03:41 AM
New Zealand'City of Snails': Tamihere wants to dump Auckland fuel taxPrivate investment can make up the money lost through dropping fuel tax, Tamihere says.20 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidate criticised for his views on homelessness"This is not the right look to encourage the right sort of people," Craig Baylis said.20 Aug 08:11 AM
New ZealandSix mayors confirmed without a fightSix councils already know who will lead them next term and voting hasn't even opened.20 Aug 07:33 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Hastings mayoralty race a clash of stylesHastings mayoralty candidate interviews. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Aug 10:31 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Candidate wants somewhere to park his ute and load upLess focus on 'the grandiose projects'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Aug 09:40 PM
New ZealandGoff on mayoralty race: 'It will be close'Phil Goff says he offers an inclusive, progressive and world-class city to voters.18 Aug 05:22 AM
PoliticsLocal Focus: Controversial mayoral candidate says he's honest, not racistCasson is sure he has a chance to become mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Aug 01:52 AM
New ZealandGoff launches campaign for a second term as Auckland MayorPhil Goff chose the Diversity Centre in Papatoetoe to launch his second bid for mayor.18 Aug 01:30 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Council candidate has a secret confession"I'm going in baby-faced". Made with funding from NZ On Air.15 Aug 10:10 PM
New ZealandBooze vote looms out westCampaign group searching for candidates for local elections.12 Aug 11:07 PM
LifestyleLocal Focus: Ex-rugby player wants a crack at council30-year-old AJ Tuhoro says it's time for change. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Aug 03:47 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: 23-year-old council candidate says life experience isn't everythingRotorua Council is not demographically representative. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Aug 06:19 PM
PoliticsLocal Focus: King versus Southgate round twoA six-vote swing would oust King. Made with funding from NZ On Air.07 Aug 05:47 PM
New ZealandTaupō transforming into 'mini-metro'Advantages of growth also bring with it new issues. Made with funding from NZ On Air.29 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandFrom musician to mayor, Kuvarji has plans for New PlymouthKuvarji says local politics lacks community perspective. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 Jul 10:14 PM
VideoLocal Focus: Country Singer turned business advocate wants a shot at Council'The Council is broken' Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch26 Jul 10:57 PM
New Zealand'I'm not the bad guy': Mayoral candidate Danny Cancian'I'm not the bad guy everyone says I am'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.26 Jul 09:30 PM
New ZealandRemove the cycleway, make space for car parks, council candidate saysCandidate Kevin Coutts takes aim at council spending. Made with funding from NZ On Air.20 Jul 12:10 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Stratford mayor not assuming he'll winVolzke shares his vision for Stratford, if he wins. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Jul 02:23 AM
New ZealandAccidental mayor pursuing another term with energyMayor Holdom seeking re-election for the job he loves. Made with funding from NZ On Air.15 Jul 10:16 PM
New ZealandJohn Banks says Phil Goff's mayoralty like 'grandma's boiled cabbage'"Phil Goff's mayoralty reminds me of grandma's boiled cabbage," Banks said.14 Jul 02:16 AM
New Zealand'Democracy deficit' in RotoruaFrom council admin worker to RDRR-endorsed candidate. Made with funding from NZ On Air.07 Jul 08:00 PM
PoliticsNo more jokes about Hamilton if young candidate becomes mayorLouise Hutt sees room for improvement in Hamilton. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 Jul 02:20 AM
New ZealandWhakatāne mayor quits for new real estate roleTony Bonne reflects on four terms as mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.26 Jun 09:31 PM
New ZealandTe Puke not a destination? Retailers reject Councillor's claimIt's not in decline, it's in growth - locals. Made with funding from NZ On Air.20 Jun 08:00 PM
BusinessLocal Focus: Tenby Powell says Tauranga deserves betterMeet the man behind the suit. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Jun 11:29 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Councillor wants underground infrastructure over cyclewaysCouncil spending on "nice to haves" must stop, Cr says. Made with funding from NZ On Air.14 Jun 09:37 PM