New ZealandTrain derailment impacts Kawerau industry'The question on everyone’s lips is how long it’s going to take to get running again.'31 Jan 11:01 PM
New ZealandDalmatian heritage strong in Far North District Council decision-makingDalmatian descendants play a distinctive role in Far North local government.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Thank you Jacinda’: Man’s roadside stance against hate directed at ex-PMDave Stewart has been spurred by the hate and vitriol directed at Jacinda Ardern.26 Jan 09:27 PM
New ZealandGravel road grates: Decade-long fight for a safer roadResidents have been trying for 10 years to get safety improvements.25 Jan 08:27 PM
New ZealandTauranga residents’ satisfaction with council low, survey findsResidents who have lived in Tauranga for more than 10 years were the least satisfied.23 Jan 04:24 AM
New ZealandNZ tourism jewel left in ‘staggering’ state following closureA local MP says it's an 'iconic' building that cannot be lost.07 Jan 12:19 AM
KahuThree Waters: Northland leaders worried small settlements will miss outThree Waters reforms may leave out small Northland communities - regional council leaders.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo call yet on whether Three Waters HQ will be in Northland or AucklandSome roles will be able to work effectively from anywhere.20 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuCouncil 'dithering' dashes hapū dreams, says representativeIssues around access and infrastructure mean nothing has happened since 2015.19 Dec 02:37 AM
New Zealand‘Crumbs from the colonial table’: Councillor and mayor butt heads at meetingCouncillor claims Xi Jinping and Robert Mugabe 'would be very proud' of mayor's calls.16 Dec 04:47 AM
KahuKaipara hikoi leader petitions Parliament for mandatory karakiaPaturiri Toatu believes the ban was disrespectful to the Māori community overall.16 Dec 12:35 AM
New ZealandLots to do and four months wasted by mayor’s changes, says councillor“Frankly, it’s been a bit of a shambles,” says a disgruntled Whakatāne councillor.15 Dec 07:35 AM
New Zealand'Government is the worst slumlord in Rotorua': Report reveals human right breaches in emergency housing systemThe emergency housing review has found the system breaches human rights.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandKarakia ban: Kaipara mayor unrepentant in wake of hīkoiMore than 300 people took part in the peaceful protest hīkoi calling for his resignation.14 Dec 05:24 AM
New ZealandNew housing accord will see emergency housing motels dwindle'We have heard you, we have listened and we are taking action,' mayor says.09 Dec 02:54 AM
New ZealandNew pact aims for ‘near zero’ motel housing 'as soon as possible'Housing Minister Megan Woods was due in Rotorua for the signing.08 Dec 09:00 PM
KahuRace Relations Commissioner calls for Kaipara to reconsider karakia banThe mayor is standing by his decision and says he has been 'hugely supported'.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFighting for Rotorua: End could be in sight for widespread use of motels for emergency housingRotorua's council will consider the agreement on Thursday.23 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandFighting for Rotorua: What are some solutions to the housing crisis?What will it take to fix Rotorua's - and New Zealand's - housing crisis?18 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandStream crossing writes off couple’s electric carThey say they have given up on the idea of an electric or hybrid vehicle.17 Nov 10:16 PM
New Zealand‘Annus horribilis’ of roading resilience – Waka Kotahi'It’s no secret we’ve got some pothole issues at the moment.'17 Nov 03:43 AM
New ZealandPart of Rotorua's Green Corridor cycleway to be removed for car parksIts removal will cost about $50,000, seven years after the full installation cost $442k.11 Nov 03:12 AM
New ZealandAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown: Battle to avoid big rate rises starts todaySelling all or some of council's Auckland Airport shares one option to fill $270m hole.09 Nov 10:51 PM
New ZealandSweeping reforms for local elections floatedAllowing 16-year-olds to vote and mana whenua appointees among recommendations.27 Oct 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘Make her death mean something’: Parents push for free meningococcal vaccineGrieving parents are campaigning for NZ to have a free meningococcal vaccine programme.26 Oct 10:59 PM
New ZealandFocus: Simon Bridges claims Auckland business in Covid 'hangover' after meeting with ArdernAuckland Chamber of Commerce CEO Simon Bridges says Mayor Wayne Brown has some pretty strong views around Auckland Transport, Ports of Auckland and the council-controlled organisations. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Oct 10:34 PM
KahuNew Far North mayor and district councillors get welcome pōwhiri at WaitangiNew Far north mayor and councillors welcomes with pōwhiri at Waitangi19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Getting to know new regional councillor Ron ScottWho is first-term Bay of Plenty regional councillor Ron Scott?17 Oct 09:54 PM
New Zealand'Thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart': Tania Tapsell claims victoryTania Tapsell is the first Māori woman mayor of Rotorua08 Oct 03:29 AM
New ZealandLast-minute voting for local body elections finishes at noonFirst indication of result in expected this afternoon after voting closes at noon.07 Oct 07:11 PM
KahuMāori urged to hit the polls - 'It's not too late'This election will gauge what more needs to be done to improve Māori participation.06 Oct 12:03 AM
New ZealandThe big issues: Hawke's Bay candidates put to the testHastings is all about housing, whereas Napier and HBRC's focus seems to still be water.30 Sep 01:44 AM
New ZealandMayoral hopefuls face off in Christchurch: Objectives and aims outlinedMayoral hopefuls face off at live debate in Christchurch27 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristchurch mayoral candidates to face off in live debate tonight at 5.30pmDavid Meates and Phil Mauger will each make their case for why they should get the job.26 Sep 04:00 PM
