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'Keep that fire burning': Hapū's ongoing battle for land return
The group have occupied a site on Hirini Street, lighting a fire to signify their protest.
Community pushes for urgent road safety after fatal cyclist crash
The board supports temporary crossings, costing approximately $195,000.
‘Will fight for the right’: Gisborne hapū to stage hīkoi for land return
The hīkoi starts at 8am on Monday, May 5, at Gisborne District Council offices.
Seymour's vision for Tauranga's growth challenges
David Seymour addressed infrastructure and housing issues in Tauranga.
'Big bang': Tourist recalls moment he escaped house bus fire that killed his wife
Jirong Wang was found dead inside the bus; Airbnb owner 'deeply shaken'.
Why Eileen Lawson is leaving her council role to focus on health
Lawson was elected in a 2018 byelection for Hastings/Havelock North.
Police Minister wants crackdown on Northland gangs, dirt bike riders
Mark Mitchell heard about key crime problems in Northland, and offered some solutions.
Little keen to break one-term mayoral curse; opponent says that's 'arrogant'
Wellington has had a succession of one-term mayors.
Can Wellington beat the one-term mayoralty curse?
The capital will have a new mayor this year - but can they fix the city's problems?
Nobody puts Napier in a corner: Councillors stop plan to close nightclubs early
'How are young ones going to learn about the world sitting at home playing Playstation?'
'Political bias': Rotorua debates LGNZ membership value
The annual subscription for 2025/26 will be $93,458, up about $8000 on the prior year.
Opinion: How Auckland's bureaucracy stifles stadium innovation
They want $300m, with half spent over 10 years, for the development.
'Never seen it this bad': Town's flood fears as residents sandbag homes
Nick Reid’s property is under immediate threat from the floodwaters.
Editorial: Has Nicola Willis used a scalpel or a saw?
OPINON: The scale of cuts feel like we are going to get close to nicking the bone.
'No apologies': Luxon bullish on fast-tracking seabed mining application
The Prime Minister praised Whanganui's council during a visit to the district.
‘Focus on the essentials’: Minister's message for Tauranga council
Simon Watts emphasised the need for councils to deliver the basics well.
'Butchered': Pruning of pōhutukawa in reserve sparks outrage
The council condemned the act, saying it harms the environment and community.
Editorial: Tory Whanau made the right call to not seek re-election
OPINON: Whanau became a lighting rod nationally for the failures of local government.
The cause of the milky stream at Guthrie Park
'The repair was completed on Monday afternoon by a Hastings council contractor.'
'Still a contest': Little not taking Wellington mayoralty for granted
Whanau says she's giving Little a clear run, but he says the election isn't a done deal.
Crane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marina
The barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.
Motorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-Rotorua
A widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.
'Zero facilities': Pensioners fear proposed 30% rates hike
The Johnsons' rates could rise to more than $3500 a year.
City to Sea bridge lobby group claim council's demolition decision flawed
The Wellington Civic Trust is challenging the council's demolition plan in the High Court.
Auckland unit owner fined $7k for 'unsightly' bird feeding
Neighbour gave evidence of droppings and effect of those on his use, enjoyment of place.
Bruce Cotterill: MMP system failing to serve NZ's majority
OPINION: Critics argue MMP leads to disproportionate influence by fringe parties.
'There was a breakout': Herd of cows go for a dip in Napier estuary
Farm staff used kayaks to bring the curious heifers back, after they lifted a gate hinge.