New Zealand‘Heartstring stuff’: Former politician wants reserve returned to whānau'We think it’s appropriate it comes back to our whānau.'25 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandHow much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' billsThe mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%. 24 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Failed to achieve anything meaningful’: Why councillor won’t seek re-electionRevealed: Which Rotorua councillors say they will – or won't – stand in local election.23 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportAuckland stadium debate: Eden Park’s hosting of councillors comes under scrutinyThe revelations come ahead of a crucial vote on Auckland’s future stadium strategy.22 Mar 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Different boat’: Gisborne Council grapples with speed rule changesThe council's bylaw process complicates implementing the new speed limits.21 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Step backwards’: MP’s equal voting rights bill challengedIwi group leaders argue the bill ignores political disadvantages faced by Māori.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Curly issues’: Judge’s Tarawera decision ‘as soon as possible’A decision on works would be made in weeks rather than months.19 Mar 05:30 AM
New ZealandCommunity groups join forces to aid Gisborne’s rough sleepersGisborne leaders have created plan to support 40 rough sleepers in the region.19 Mar 03:42 AM
New ZealandGisborne’s DrainWise redirects downpipes to prevent sewage spillsThe council removed 25 downpipes from November 2024 to January 31.18 Mar 11:33 PM
New Zealand‘Hungry for customers’: New way for public to have their say plannedCouncil chief executive wants 'customers' at the centre of the organisation's thinking.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLGxit: Another council legs it from LGNZWestern Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer highlighted LGNZ's support for elected members.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTokoroa receives biggest housing boost since the 1970sStrathmore Park is expected to deliver 187 homes in stages.17 Mar 07:26 PM
New ZealandRotorua’s suggested ‘rates swap’ labelled ‘unfair’ by deputy mayorDeputy mayor says it makes district council look like "bad guys" with a rates rise.16 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand$180m retirement village approved under fast-track consent'The economic impacts of the development are significant.'16 Mar 08:09 PM
New Zealand‘Eroding a democracy’: Backlash over community board changesWestern Bay council proposes three boards to improve representation and reduce rates.15 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne highway speed review a ‘relief’ and ‘fantastic news’NZTA will conduct speed reviews on roads with automatic reversals in Gisborne.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Unique, essential’: Locals dismayed as pool hours remain unchangedThe council decided to keep the 7am opening to save on extra costs.13 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandOperation Trolley: Why Rotorua’s top cop says opposition workedPolice positive that many homeless had since referred to agencies. 12 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds sign petition to keep busy stretch of highway 80km/hMayor is urging NZTA for safety improvements on the highway stretch.12 Mar 07:48 PM
New ZealandCouncillor seeks inquiry into commission’s decisionsMayor Mahé Drysdale said focusing on past issues won't help the council progress.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Slap in the face’: Gisborne residents fight speed limit changesNZTA seeks input over plans to lift limit on part of State Highway 35 back to 100km/h.12 Mar 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Low trust’: Mount Maunganui street closure sparks community tensionMayor Mahé Drysdale said road changes aim to balance safety and accessibility.10 Mar 09:41 PM
New ZealandMāori ward councillors aim for re-election in Gisborne electionsRhonda Tibble highlights the importance of bringing a Māori world view to council.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal water services: Should Rotorua go it alone?Options include an in-house model or partnering with other councils.07 Mar 12:57 AM
New ZealandSecond Waikato councillor resigns ahead of electionFirst-term councillor who secured 1795 votes at the 2022 election.06 Mar 09:39 PM
New Zealand'Not the time for pitching visionary projects': Councils suggest a strategic regional deal with GovtThe Cabinet plans to decide in May the first regions to progress.06 Mar 09:23 PM
KahuWhakaari-White Island memorial project requires further hapū engagement$90,000 was raised this year, with hopes for central government funding.06 Mar 08:46 PM
New Zealand‘Desperate need’: Calls grow for Pāpāmoa East community hubA Pāpāmoa East centre needs to be prioritised, a reverend says. 06 Mar 07:59 PM
New ZealandShould the night market move? And who should pay more for the new sewerage scheme?What the council wants public feedback on this year.06 Mar 04:01 PM
New Zealand'Recruitment issue': Council struggles to fill $129k forest jobIt turns out that hiring a dedicated manager for Nelson’s forests is not so clear-cut.05 Mar 09:06 PM
New Zealand‘Prime land’: University strikes $1.38m deal to lease public reserve for 99 yearsIt plans to build a marine research and education facility.05 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhy six Gisborne councillors aim for re-election this OctoberMayor Rehette Stoltz is seeking another term in the upcoming election.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Who wants to be Tauranga’s new Māori ward councillorMikaere Sydney was elected last year but has not taken up the role due to illness.03 Mar 04:55 AM
New ZealandUrgent hearing: Judge orders halt to Tarawera pipeline worksHe's troubled by both the council and the group opposed to the works.28 Feb 02:13 AM
