PremiumPremiumWellingtonWellington councillors, mayor, skip blessing of new HQ amid office space tensionsThe Herald understands some elected members boycotted the blessing.01 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandFormer Manukau City mayor Sir Barry Curtis has died, aged 87Councillor Alf Filipaina said Sir Barry's 'Manukau Way' united diverse communities.31 Mar 05:12 PM
New ZealandStop off, pay extra: New SH2 toll labelled 'unfair' to locals, businessesDrivers exiting and re-entering the TEL at Pāpāmoa East will be charged two tolls.31 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumAnalysisEthan ManeraAnalysis: Government nudges councils to amalgamate, is bigger really better?29 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumOpinionCarmel Sepuloni: Auckland can be a global powerhouse if Govt backs its people29 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Not living in a warzone': Ward councillor promises probe into unruly Mt Albert party29 Mar 05:39 PM
Politics'Move on to where?' Hundreds in Auckland protest Government move-on ordersWatch29 Mar 05:40 AM
New ZealandTauranga homes hit by late-night water outage after major mains breakTauranga District Council says the water is back on for all affected homes.28 Mar 08:27 PM
New ZealandWhakatāne council eyes new boat ramp and pool chargesVisitors could face $20 daily fees at Whakatāne's main boat ramp.28 Mar 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEthan ManeraEthan Manera: Little right to hit back as soaring water charges threaten Wellington's recoveryOPINION: Amid looming water shock, the minister aimed at the wrong target.28 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWellington'Looking for certainty': Business leaders write to Bishop over hints at Mt Vic tunnel delayThe minister earlier said demand measures could affect the viability of the $3.8b project.27 Mar 04:03 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPenny Tucker: Why Auckland must be at the centre of growthCity leaders want a national ports plan so Auckland’s waterfront can be freed up.27 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandNew South Auckland hospital a step closer as Drury land search beginsDrury was chosen for its access to key transport routes and planned links.27 Mar 02:28 AM
New Zealand‘It was not as bad’: Northland's Ōakura spared repeat of January stormsLocals say early warnings and pumps meant only one or two homes flooded.27 Mar 01:14 AM
Project AucklandCity stakeholders discuss next steps for growth at Project Auckland luncheonSimeon Brown, Desley Simpson, Roger Gray and Carrie Hurihanganui spoke.26 Mar 11:24 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimeon Brown: Auckland’s new momentum can unlock growth for the whole countryPolice powers, patrols and a new CBD station aim to improve city centre safety.26 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWayne Brown: A five-point plan to fix Auckland and grow the economyWayne Brown sets out five pillars to reshape Auckland’s next 10 years.26 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRupert Hodson: Auckland needs a shared narrative to turn big ambitions into real outcomesThe new Auckland narrative will guide long-term economic and social decisions.26 Mar 03:59 PM
New ZealandCouncils of flood hit areas invest in flood barriers as extra securityEach 14.5m Ark tube replaces about 160 traditional sandbags.26 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandHastings ratepayers asked to choose between two different rate risesThere's no 'easy option' this year, Mayor Wendy Schollum says.25 Mar 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Government right to review outdated dog control lawsOPINION: The key now is to ensure it is done properly and introduces meaningful changes.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua authorities brace for fuel crunchSome Covid-19 lockdown lessons may come back into play.25 Mar 01:18 AM
WellingtonCall for ex-mayor to resign from ambulance board after losing licence from speeding finesDame Kerry Prendergast has admitted losing her licence after multiple speeding offences.25 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandEmbattled Dunedin councillor reads from Kafka before being censured, urged to resignBenedict Ong lost his deputy technology role and museum posts, cutting his pay package.24 Mar 11:02 PM
New ZealandDog mauling leaves family pet fighting for life, sparks call for tougher lawsThe 11-year-old dog suffered extreme injuries and has already had two surgeries.24 Mar 09:56 PM
New ZealandWaipawa to get $100,000 town centre refresh with park, library and sign upgrades'Welcome to Waipawa' signs will be refreshed and relocated as part of town improvements. 24 Mar 09:07 PM
New ZealandYoung riders, new rules: Govt plan legalises kids and e-scooters on footpathsChildren aged 12 and under would be allowed to ride on the footpath.24 Mar 03:13 AM
KahuLabour selects Kerrin Leoni to challenge Oriini Kaipara in Tāmaki Makaurau Leoni won the Labour nomination after an apparently tough grilling by members.23 Mar 08:28 PM
New Zealand'Long overdue': Govt orders full review of dog control laws after fatal attackThe review will look at tougher penalties, desexing rules and council powers.23 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsWinston Peters and Alfred Ngaro speak to media following State of the Nation speechThe NZ First leader and his new candidate addressed the media in Tauranga. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Mar 04:34 AM
