New ZealandWhich Rotorua roads' speed limits will riseOne local says one proposal could result in injuries – or deaths.03 Feb 04:02 PM
New ZealandHow these 12 young leaders aim to shape their city’s futureRotorua's Youth Council has welcomed its latest cohort of achievers and leaders.03 Feb 03:55 AM
New ZealandTauranga’s first Māori ward councillor resignsHe was elected in July but has not been able to take up the role due to illness.31 Jan 06:47 AM
New Zealand'Massive revitalisation’: The new builds changing the face of TaurangaTauranga's city centre is seeing a massive revitalisation for private and public projects.29 Jan 04:03 PM
New Zealand‘Selfish motivation’: Director’s passion for Tauranga’s museum journey'I want to be part of building something completely new for a city that’s never had one.'24 Jan 11:10 PM
New Zealand'Thrilled': Iwi renews council role after 'significant absence'The new committee can make recommendations, but not decisions.23 Jan 07:58 PM
New Zealand'I decided to do it for me': Why council boss quitHe says being in chief executive roles for 10 years “takes its toll”.23 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandRoaming dogs kill 142 lambs in ‘grisly’ Auckland farm attacksA total of 142 lambs were killed and another 86 injured in the two attacks.23 Jan 01:52 AM
New Zealand'Capitalising on community goodwill': Bins removals rubbished as more set to goThe council says it could lead to 'significant savings' and less waste.22 Jan 06:19 PM
New ZealandCouncil chief executive quits'He has guided our council during a time of significant change.'22 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua emergency housing motel wind-down: Where will tenants go?The commissioner highlights ministry 'assumptions' about Rotorua's housing pipeline.20 Jan 06:50 PM
New ZealandRussian oligarch buys former Ashburton council buildingThe Russian business also owns a high country station in Mid Canterbury.20 Jan 05:47 AM
New ZealandToxic algae warnings for Southland riversThree warnings in place for Southland.17 Jan 02:55 AM
New ZealandRevealed: The dates each Rotorua emergency housing motel must closeResource consents for seven motels extended despite public objections.15 Jan 05:20 AM
New ZealandEdgecumbe flood lawsuits may burden ratepayers with $7m costEdgecumbe was flooded due to the breach of a Rangitaiki River floodwall in 2017.15 Jan 02:29 AM
Kahu‘Prove a point’: Man jumps from stub after council cuts swim ropeLogan Howard protests tree swing removal with risky jump video.14 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Relief': Waimea Dam dispute finally endsTasman Mayor Tim King said: "It’s been a long and tortuous process to get this far".14 Jan 08:33 PM
New ZealandThe NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhānau disgusted after sign too small to prevent poo swimA river had been polluted by sewage from a New Plymouth shopping centre.10 Jan 05:16 AM
New Zealand'Trailblazer' on upskilling Kiwis in AI: 'We don’t have to be based in New York''A lot of NZ companies would love to do business outside of NZ and we are now doing that.'09 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandTwenty-two dogs and puppies uplifted from Ōpōtiki propertyIn the latest incident, a woman in her 60s was rushed and surrounded by four dogs.08 Jan 04:44 AM
New ZealandRubbish or good idea? Residents weigh in on kerbside collection changesLocals divided on changes: some support, others worry about fewer red bin collections.07 Jan 09:35 PM
New ZealandUncovered: 100-year-old discovery in Rotorua Museum renovationThe heritage find was made during building strengthening works.05 Jan 09:15 PM
New Zealand'He'll be watching': The legacy of the Rotorua rangatira on the 20 cent coinHis legacy spans 300 years, he's travelled oceans, and he's on our 20 cent coin.03 Jan 03:55 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 ZealandOlympian Mahé Drysdale reflects on first months as Tauranga mayor'We haven’t found a house yet - the housing crisis is real.'02 Jan 01:53 AM
New Zealand‘Brave in challenging times’: Mayor, councillors share their views on 2024Some believe progress has been made, others not so much.01 Jan 03:59 PM
New Zealand‘Experience the freedom’: Deputy mayor on leaving council in 2025Josh Wharehinga plans to revive Tairāwhiti boxing scene after stepping down from council.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMeet Kaipara's fishing-mad mayor - the “Trump of the North”'I’m not scared to confront issues we need to discuss.'29 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuMitimiti magic for Far North Mayor, at the end of the winding gravel road'This is the birthplace of New Zealand. Welcome home.'27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Auckland councillor to stand down at next elections'It is important to know when to step aside and let new blood come through.'25 Dec 09:23 PM
New ZealandLifejackets, speeding, no-go zones: What water patrols are looking out forThe Bay of Plenty maritime team will be checking for rule compliance.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBin removal at popular lake causes two-year stinkThe holiday park says staff pick up a bag of rubbish a day from the carpark opposite.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne Council eyes medium-density housing to address crisisGisborne councillors urge caution on zoning to ensure fair treatment across areas.23 Dec 06:00 PM
