New Zealand'Still a contest': Little not taking Wellington mayoralty for grantedWhanau says she's giving Little a clear run, but he says the election isn't a done deal.29 Apr 02:11 AM
New ZealandTararua mayor set to be challenged for top spot by a councillorTracey Collis is facing a challenge for the top position from Scott Gilmore.23 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandListen: 'Full of ****' – Mayoral hopeful's 'fancy lunch' sparks outrageCouncillor Ray Chung is under fire for skipping a 'vital' meeting for lunch with donors.15 Apr 10:08 PM
New Zealand'I can win': Andrew Little confirms bid for Wellington mayoraltyHe aims to invest in parks, pools and libraries and support small businesses.15 Apr 07:35 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPreviously withheld polling reveals who Wellingtonians are backing for mayorTory Whanau says the poll isn't her focus.15 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandLower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry won't run againBarry says he’s been thinking about it for a year and has ruled out a run for Parliament.09 Apr 08:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWayne Brown apologises to his deputy for ‘Lamborghini’ commentDespite mayor's apology, Desley Simpson has still not decided if she will run for mayor.07 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandGreens back Tory Whanau for second term as Wellington mayorWhanau admitted in Feb she 'wasn’t being Green' by supporting some controversial policies.06 Apr 10:02 PM
New ZealandTauranga byelection: Q&As with the five candidatesVoting for Tauranga's new Māori ward councillor begins on Monday.03 Apr 09:46 PM
New Zealand‘It’s time!‘: Wellington businessman announces mayoral bidKarl Tiefenbacher narrowly lost a byelection last year by 45 votes.30 Mar 09:50 PM
Politics‘Time for a clean-out’: Act reveals major election moveDavid Seymour is expected to speak to media later about the announcement.17 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsMayoral races heat up: Can Whanau and Brown get a second term?First-term mayors in our biggest cities have all confirmed they're up for round two.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland councillors start revealing re-election plans - but others stay tight-lippedMany councillors are still weighing their options on whether they'll run.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral challenge? Desley Simpson testing Wayne Brown’s patience, insiders saySimpson says she's not interested in intrigue by alleged insiders.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFarmer puts his hand up for Hastings mayor, says HB Tourism is not a priorityStaff have found savings, but councillors have voted to spend, Buddo says.24 Feb 03:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEditorial: Tory Whanau risking it all on a golden gambleMonths of road works will lead into this year's election.15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan killed by three vehicles on motorway a ‘decent person’ with troubled pastJoshua Love: failed businessman, political candidate, criminal, but mourned by family. 13 Feb 04:07 AM
KahuThe economist who wants to be Auckland’s first Māori mayorAuckland councillor Kerrin Leoni opposes the sale of strategic assets like airport shares.06 Feb 04:01 PM
New Zealand'Desley for mayor': Simpson not ruling out Auckland mayoralty bid, campaign website registeredSimpson told the Herald it was a 'bit soon' to make a decision.30 Jan 01:50 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellAnalysis: Familiar face causes a stir in Wellington’s mayoral raceJustin Lester says he doesn't intend to run for the mayoralty again but won't rule it out.23 Jan 06:16 PM
New Zealand'Time for a change': Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate not running for re-election in OctoberIn a Facebook post, Southgate announced that it was time for a change.12 Jan 09:41 PM
New ZealandDivision, abuse and rates pain: Local politics year in review2024 saw clashes between central and local government. 03 Jan 12:29 AM
New ZealandTCDC councillor puts hand up for mayoraltyFirst-term councillor believes he has the passion and skills the district needs.16 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandTory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.22 Oct 10:18 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWho is challenging Tory Whanau for Wellington’s mayoralty?High-profile names have been rumoured, with one prominent Wellingtonian not ruling it out.20 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Auckland election - here's $350, will you vote for us?OPINION: It may be legal to pay voters but that doesn't make it right, says Simon Wilson.07 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionWhy NZ needs to decide what it wants from local government – Jeffrey McNeillOPINION: Debate on local government's role resurfaces, highlighting current flaws.23 Sep 12:19 AM
KahuMāori Wards: Councils resentful about funding a poll put on them by coalition’s agendaCouncils face huge costs while also being asked to pare down spending.11 Sep 06:56 PM
KahuLocal councils to vote on challenge to Māori ward polling ruleFNDC Mayor Moko Tepania will support a challenge to a rule around Māori ward polling.20 Aug 08:52 PM
New ZealandHamilton City Council welcomes newest memberKirikiriroa Maaori Ward councillor Maria Huata was sworn in on Tuesday.14 Aug 02:38 AM
OpinionNanaia Mahuta: Active participation in democracy means being counted, being a voiceOPINION: We are being taken back to the bad old days.07 Aug 06:36 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about Māori wardsCouncils that established Māori wards without a referendum may have to scrap them.06 Aug 11:28 PM
New Zealand'Frustrated': Council to decide if public votes on Māori wardIf they don't agree to hold a referendum, the ward must be abolished.04 Aug 12:06 AM
New ZealandHamilton byelection has voter turnout of less than 6%The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki.31 Jul 02:53 AM
