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Thames-Coromandel reaffirms Māori wards support

'Supporting the establishment of a Māori ward or wards takes nothing away from Pākehā.'

Simeon Brown discusses 'time of use' charges to ease congestion

Transport Minister Simeon Brown announced that the government has agreed to policy settings that will allow time of use schemes to be proposed. Video / NZ Herald

An end to bloated bureaucracy? Auckland Council appoints new executive team

Chief executive Phil Wilson, who took the job last November, makes top-level changes.

Councillor quit after being queried about regular absences

Hamilton councillors have been queried about their attendance.

Anne Tolley and ex-councillor John Robson clash: 'See you at the election, Anne'. 'No you won't'

Tolley said it was ironic to be lectured on good governance by Robson.

Whanganui Mayor given 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'

The group is working on behalf of all councils across the country.

Simon Wilson: Wayne Brown's finger to the rest of the country

Opinion: Why does the Auckland mayor care so little about the ties that bind?

RMA war heads towards final battle

OPINION: Thomas Coughlan says the RMA reforms face more challenges than ever.

'Very disappointing': Local Govt NZ execs echo Ardern in seeking review of voting process after 40% turnout

The data shows voter turnout compared to the same time in the last election.

Tim Shadbolt to keep mayoral car despite suspended licence

NZTA confirmed this week his licence had been suspended following days of speculation.

Local Government code of conduct complaints a 'monster'

Complaints range from whether buffet dinners were actually lavish to attacks on Facebook.

Council looks at elected members' childcare costs

Hamilton City Council to vote on giving elected members a childcare allowance.

Councillors reveal history of intimidation and abuse after death threat

Messages have led them to carry personal security devices and have their homes checked.

'Treated like an idiot': Man fights council over cracked home

'I'm just absolutely gobsmacked at how little rights you have as a ratepayer.'

Urgent water summit too short notice for double-booked Auckland Council

Auckland Council and Watercare say the can't make the last-minute water summit.