New ZealandA 'good win' if Tauranga’s racecourse staysRacecourse could stay put provided the land isn’t needed for a new hospital.11 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandRotorua councillors vote to keep reserve previously marked for public housingLand valued at $2 million could be used to help fill a sportsfield deficit instead.09 Aug 06:41 AM
KahuWhanganui council seeks feedback on Māori wardsFeedback on the potential wards will be open until midnight, September 8.07 Aug 11:57 PM
New Zealand'They really are a problem': Fence aims to stop destructive pest spreadingIf not controlled, wallabies can cause millions of dollars in damage.06 Aug 02:24 AM
Talanoa'It's demoralizing': Younger Pasifika women struggling to conceiveFertility has come under the microscope for Pacific Islanders in a new study.05 Aug 10:01 PM
New ZealandTop scientist posts anti-Govt views on social mediaMurry Cave has retained the council's support despite the posts.04 Aug 11:43 PM
New ZealandFatal Ashburton intersection still awaiting upgradeThe intersection was included in the council’s review of 79 rural intersections.04 Aug 05:21 AM
New Zealand'I feel like a little kid again': Museum guide jumps for joy at restoration newsIt has been a long fight for those fiercely in favour of restoring it.03 Aug 11:37 PM
KahuOmbudsman calls for ‘more trust of iwi’ after cyclone visit'People’s lives at the moment are too much on hold.'03 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTennis'Queue of 100 people': Tauranga Domain protesters urged to attend council meetingThe council commissioner denies any intent to 'pave paradise' or 'destroy' greenspace.03 Aug 04:07 AM
New Zealand'It’s a wicked thing to do': Second pohutukawa dying, poisoning suspected“This is the fifth or sixth tree poisoned like this in the last few years.”02 Aug 09:38 PM
New ZealandRotorua council decides fate of iconic museum building'The last thing I want is for this building to become a black hole of spending.'02 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandWayne Brown’s move to cut local boards 'dismantling democracy'Mayor wants to reduce both the number of councillors and the city’s 21 local boards.01 Aug 11:46 PM
New ZealandCandidate claims Labour invested 150 times more than National in RotoruaBut a National MP says the figures are wrong and it "invested significantly" in city.01 Aug 01:20 AM
KahuMystery location for Whakatāne Stop Co-Governance meetingThe venue is still secret and its owners may not know it is a Stop Co-Governance event.28 Jul 11:12 PM
New Zealand'We want our town back': Retailer tells of PTSD as National MPs hit out over crimeTheir comments are backed by a councillor who says the city is 'under siege'.28 Jul 06:09 PM
New ZealandVictim spends 10 hours in ED after Masterton dog attack'It only held on for a few seconds, but it was a very firm and aggressive grip.'26 Jul 07:14 AM
New ZealandWhy Whanganui council is opening up some discussion to the public domainBut contentious or difficult matters may still be spoken about behind closed doors.26 Jul 01:21 AM
KahuMoko Tepania wins global award for mahi promoting youth in politicsTepania is one of five winners of the One Young World Politician of the Year Award.22 Jul 07:35 AM
New ZealandRotorua Museum: Millions would have to be repaid if full restoration doesn't continueA potential plan to cover the costs has been found - but it isn't confirmed17 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandGateway to White Island signs expected to be gone by summerWhite Island Tours has said it will not be returning to the island.11 Jul 07:08 PM
New ZealandGovt unveils new measures to protect native biodiversityThe associate minister chose Kerikeri for the announcement after a 2021 hīkoi in Kaikohe.09 Jul 01:31 AM
New Zealand‘Gut-wrenching’: Couple stay positive despite losing homeGisborne couple say six of the eight houses on Vogel St are in the same boat.08 Jul 09:04 AM
New Zealand'The water just goes up': The lakeside community being slowly swallowedFlooded homes, threatened highways, and months of anxiety for lakeside residents.07 Jul 07:54 PM
New Zealand‘We are always being watched’: Nicola Willis on Tory Whanau sagaNicola Willis says politicians are always being scrutinised while out in public.05 Jul 12:04 AM
New Zealand‘Fanaticism’: Mayor reacts to district's 30km/h speed limit planA plan to lower the speed limit has been described as fanatical by Mayor Victor Luca.04 Jul 07:37 AM
New ZealandFeedbank wanted on proposed 'people's stadium'The stadium has long been opposed by the sports clubs that could be left homeless.03 Jul 10:46 PM
KahuRetreat could be best option for storm-hit coastsMore frequent and severe weather events are an increasing threat to private properties.03 Jul 02:30 AM
KahuFears Northland will become voiceless as first Three Waters entity announcedNorthland and Auckland will form the country's first Three Waters inter-regional entity.27 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuNgāi Tahu welcomes Māori council seat proposal as Tamaki Makaurau asks for feedback Iwi hopes more Māori seats become part of all councils in the future.26 Jun 07:18 PM
New ZealandFrom ecologist to 6th on the list: Greens candidate Lan Pham on impressive entry into politicsOur government is 'just waiting for good, decent people who want to make a difference'.25 Jun 09:00 PM
TalanoaNew study on why Pacific patients are high users of EDsStudy debunks belief that Pacific people don't use primary healthcare before visiting ED.24 Jun 07:01 AM
New Zealand'Getting pestered': Calls for begging ban in RotoruaA businessman backing the ban idea says he's had to issue staff panic buttons.21 Jun 05:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLocal government review: Whanganui, Rangitīkei mayors reactThe report was two years in the making.21 Jun 05:00 PM
