New ZealandWhy former Green MP is eyeing a local governance roleElizabeth Kerekere is an LGBTQ activist and scholar on takatāpui identity.07 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: NZ's economic woes should take priority over race debatesOPINION: Whose interests are served by voters arguing about race rather than economics?07 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentRapid change brings challenges for NZ's fastest-growing districtThe area's population is expected to almost double in 30 years.07 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'A massacre': Two roaming dogs kill 50 backyard birds“How many families have to be affected for something to be done?”07 Aug 04:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Clark: Why NZ's councils face a financial reckoningOPINION: Councils face rising debt as the Government monitors their performance closely.06 Aug 11:34 PM
New ZealandResidents rally against proposal to cut rural police presenceResidents fear losing police will leave them vulnerable to crime.06 Aug 08:04 PM
New Zealand‘Caught in confusion’: Council taking another look at intersection after serious crashAaron Pohatu was taking his 11-year-old son to rugby when cars collided 'like a bomb'.06 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral forums set for Hastings and NapierGrey Power candidate events are also coming, the first on Thursday.06 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Stressful': Auckland councillor hands over committee leadership amid safety concernsJosephine Bartley has also taken her name and image off her car for safety reasons.06 Aug 03:52 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Super motivating': Why Tauranga's triathlon coup is a big opportunity for local athletesTauranga will host the World Triathlon Championship Final in 2028.06 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandKāinga Ora cuts plans for 72 new homes in Whakatāne The housing agency plans to sell 36 hectares of surplus land nationwide.06 Aug 01:01 AM
New ZealandMeet your Rotorua candidates for the regional councilRotorua voters have 11 options to pick from, with 3 contenders for the Ōkūrei Māori seat.05 Aug 11:10 PM
New Zealand'Voices not heard': Marina takes another step, Bay of Islands iwi oppose fast-track planThe marina will offer berths for 200-250 boats, including 14 superyacht spaces.05 Aug 11:06 PM
New ZealandCheck your bill: Herald analysis finds big errors in Akl rates notices, owner overcharged $400k A $444,766 rates bill has been revised to $14,578. Council said errors are isolated.05 Aug 08:29 PM
New ZealandWhy a pub owner ditched travel plans to run for re-electionWhat drove Gregg Brown back into Rotorua's election race, after saying he would step down.05 Aug 04:15 AM
New ZealandGovt eases consent rules for small sheds, garages, sleepoutsStructures under 10 square metres no longer need to meet boundary setbacks.05 Aug 03:58 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay elections guide: 114 candidates and some fierce competition aheadThe most contested seat is in Hastings-Havelock North, with 17 candidates for seven seats.05 Aug 03:16 AM
OpinionSarah Sinclair: From planning to reality – the urgent path for NZ infrastructureWe need to make asset maintenance as sexy – if not sexier – than the big new projects.04 Aug 10:22 PM
New ZealandTwo councillors and two newcomers challenge Tapsell for Rotorua mayorA total of 40 are standing for seats in Rotorua Lakes Council's local election.04 Aug 07:52 PM
New ZealandFormer council CEO among seven challenging Western Bay Mayor for top jobThere are 55 people standing in the Western Bay of Plenty District Council elections.04 Aug 07:51 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGary Gotlieb: Helipads, boatsheds and NZ's unfair resource consent systemOPINION: The RMA process makes it easier for wealthy applicants to get consent.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLego master and ex-Green MP among candidates for Gisborne councilVoting opens September 9 and closes midday on October 11.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Relentless rates and projects push Wellington off trackWellington must axe poor-value spending. Every dollar spent must deliver public value.04 Aug 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLuke Pierson: Why Wellington's council must learn to listenVision for Wellington is an attempt to help the city find its rhythm again.04 Aug 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumInfrastructure reportPanel offers long-term vision for Wellington's infrastructure challengesBusiness leaders reflect on a vision for Wellington's future04 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandOperator of troubled Kāeo water scheme trespassed from plantThe operator was trespassed from Kāeo’s treatment plant over unpaid rent.04 Aug 02:44 AM
New ZealandCouncil defers water agreement with iwi until after electionsThe trust board says the decision shows a double standard on consultation.03 Aug 06:18 AM
New ZealandLocal elections see candidate shortage as voter turnout concerns growCandidate shortages may decrease already low voter turnout in local elections.03 Aug 05:03 AM
WorldVictoria to enshrine work-from-home rights in landmark law changeThe Australian state plans to make working from home a legal right, not a request.03 Aug 03:10 AM
LifestyleWhat's next for Tory Whanau?Wellington's departing mayor reveals her regrets, romantic dreams and her next chapter.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandUS envoy arrives in Middle East, job layoffs at Weta | NZ Herald news update: August 2, 2025A US special envoy has arrived in Gaza in hopes to mediate some peace. Turmoil offer Trump's tariffs continues. Job layoffs at Weta Workshop in Wellington. PM is in Christchurch.Watch01 Aug 08:07 PM
AnalysisBernard Orsman'Exceptionally good': Wayne Brown's team targets council seatsANALYSIS: Twelve candidates are running for the mayoralty, down from 23 in 2022.01 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato Regional councillor only candidate for $63k jobThere were 32 nominations received for 14 Waikato Regional Council seats.01 Aug 05:00 PM
Construction$100m timber development for K-Rd wins consent Plans for the 11-storey building were previously rejected by the Environment Court. 01 Aug 04:00 AM
