New ZealandLocal Focus: Reynold Macpherson on Candidate CameraReynold Macpherson talks about his hopes and policies if he is chosen to be Rotorua mayor.18 Aug 10:49 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Jo Hayes on Candidate CameraMasterton mayoral candidate Jo Hayes discusses the big local issues on camera.18 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Kevin Watkins on Candidate CameraHastings District Council candidate Kevin Watkins says Hastings is surfing a wave.17 Aug 06:17 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Leonie Hapeta on Candidate CameraLeonie Hapeta is running again for Palmerston North City Council.17 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Tina Karaitiana on Candidate CameraMeet Tina Karaitiana, candidate for Gisborne District Council.16 Aug 09:21 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Alwyn Corban on Candidate CameraWinemaker Alwyn Corban is running for Hastings District Council.16 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rachel Bowen on Candidate CameraCouncil candidate Rachel Bowen discusses infrastructure and other election issues.16 Aug 12:11 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Simon Nixon on Candidate CameraMeet Simon Nixon who is running again for Hastings District Council.16 Aug 11:25 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Michael Law on Candidate CameraMeet Michael Law who is running for Whanganui District Council.14 Aug 05:56 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: DC Harding on Candidate CameraMeet DC Harding, who is running for Whanganui District Council - and mayor.14 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandAdult entertainer, former candidates among 22 vying for Auckland mayoraltyOf the twenty-two candidates, Efeso Collins is the current front-runner.13 Aug 08:28 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: James Barron on Candidate CameraMeet James Barron, who is running for Whanganui District Council.13 Aug 12:28 AM
New Zealand'Scary and damning' report paints grim picture of state of RotoruaThe mayor says the Covid-19 pandemic exacerbated existing issues in the city.12 Aug 05:32 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Helen Craig on Candidate CameraHelen Craig is running again for Whanganui District Council.11 Aug 10:50 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rawinia Parata on Candidate CameraRawinia Parata is a candidate for the Gisborne District Council.11 Aug 08:08 PM
VideoLocal Focus: Rawinia Parata on Candidate CameraMeet Rawinia Parata, candidate for Gisborne District Council.Watch11 Aug 06:00 PM
PoliticsTopp twin Dame Lynda to run for Ashburton District Council seat in upcoming Local Body ElectionsDame Lynda Topp has put her hat in the ring for the upcoming Local Body Elections.10 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Larry Foster on Candidate CameraMeet Gisborne District Council candidate Larry Foster.10 Aug 07:23 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionComment: Why bother voting in local elections?OPINION: Civic Trust Auckland secretary weighs up grassroots democracy.07 Aug 05:00 PM
Politics'Undermining local democracy': Watchdog to investigate closed council workshopsThe investigation will look into eight councils, including Rotorua Lakes Council.04 Aug 05:19 AM
New Zealand'Horrendous': Residents' scathing verdict on state of roadsCouncil asks for patience while homeowners are upset over its poorly maintained roads.15 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandGP denied use of unapproved ivermectin drug to treatJudge declines to release medicines imported from India.14 Jul 05:59 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidate claims Govt will end emergency housing for 'out-of-towners'The mayor says the move would be 'fantastic'.08 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandFreedom campers outstay welcome in PāpāmoaCampers say they're actually quite nice people trying to get by in an 'expensive' world.05 Jul 08:43 AM
New Zealand'Soul-crushing': Residents air views on selling local reserves for housingThe deputy mayor said he heard one petitioner 'very clear'.01 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua Museum: $30m could be added to cost for 'extremely complex' renovationThe current budget for the project is $53.3m but could rise to $83m.24 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'It's my sanctuary': Chronically ill tenant in disbelief over plans to move him againA Whakatāne pensioner intends to go to arbitration with Kāinga Ora.16 Jun 11:18 PM
New ZealandControversial Murupara doctor able to practice againConlon was suspended from practising medicine in early February.14 Jun 08:52 PM
New ZealandCouncil investigating targeted rate for emergency housingSome believe it won't solve the issues and will embed the system in Rotorua.10 Jun 04:13 AM
Kahu'I want some justice': Hīkoi at Tokomaru Bay over endless leasesContractual arrangements have stripped Māori landowners of control of their whenua.04 Jun 08:47 AM
New ZealandTauranga byelection: Candidates upset, insulted by Te Pāti Māori claimsWinston Peters, former MP for Tauranga, has also weighed in on Te Pāti Māori's stance.13 May 05:39 AM
Kahu'Stop the spend': Tania Tapsell announces run for Rotorua mayorCouncillor joins three other declared candidates for city's top job10 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand'It does make you wonder': Man pinged at Links Ave despite being in ChristchurchCouncil blames human error for number plate mistake.09 May 06:13 AM
