New Zealand'I do not have to listen to you:' Council worker dismissed bosses' requests as 'trivial'Simon Mutonhori then challenged his dismissal by Wairoa District Council.27 Mar 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: RMA finally being fixed after 30 wasted yearsOPINION: Chris Bishop built a team that has succeeded where his predecessors failed.27 Mar 07:20 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCabinet blocks Bishop's plan to zone for 540,000 new Auckland homesHousing Minister Chris Bishop's audacious proposal for new housing was overruled.27 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProject Auckland‘I want to keep the pressure on’ - Wayne Brown says he has unfinished businessWayne Brown says Auckland still needs him.27 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandLive: ‘NZ’s national stadium’: Eden Park wins showdown with waterfront, Helen Clark slams moveThe vote saw the rival Quay Park waterfront stadium proposal miss out. 27 Mar 04:28 AM
PremiumPremiumProject Auckland$1.3b Future Fund: A new era for Auckland’s financial strategyThe Future Fund will return $68m annually, $42m more than airport shares.27 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandHastings CBD railway plan: Business says it's time to bring cars backThe total cost of the project will be $3.45m, with $2.8m paid by the council.26 Mar 11:25 PM
KahuCouncil cautioned against Māori ward biasA councillor wanted the Māori ward referendum labelled as discriminatory.26 Mar 10:47 PM
New ZealandKerikeri could almost double with new plan out on how to deal with the growth Draft plan to manage growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa, public urged to give feedback.26 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua water to be fluoridated by FridayThe council will also make two temporary sources of unfluoridated water available.26 Mar 05:33 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why congestion charging is key to Auckland’s growthCongestion costs Auckland between $900 million and $1.3 billion annually.26 Mar 02:12 AM
New ZealandHorror Christchurch rental: Landlord agrees to pay $13k to vulnerable tenants The rental had a leaking roof and gutters which overflowed into the dining room. 25 Mar 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark Thomas: Why Auckland needs a bold new agenda for growthOPINION: Auckland’s Future Fund aims to reduce reliance on rates for infrastructure.25 Mar 07:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Harman: Power struggle defines Auckland-Wellington relationsProject Auckland: Under Brown, the council has clawed some power back from Wellington.25 Mar 04:00 PM
Project Auckland‘Become NZ’s most efficient’: Port CEO on driving Auckland’s economic futureWhat must Auckland do to help the port fulfil its potential? 25 Mar 03:59 PM
Project AucklandWatercare reveals $13.8b plan for Auckland infrastructure overhaulWatercare unveils its more-than- 1000-project business plan.25 Mar 03:59 PM
OpinionViv Beck: Growth and safety the keys to Auckland’s vibrant futureTokyo, with 37 million people, is dubbed the safest city globally.25 Mar 03:59 PM
New ZealandBoil water notice for Woodville after rodent droppings found on reservoir raftersResidents should boil water for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth.25 Mar 01:01 AM
New Zealand‘Worst I’ve seen’: Tyre specialist stunned at damage from roadworks, dozens of cars affectedMore than 30 people have already called the council to request help.24 Mar 11:54 PM
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
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBonfire of the authorities: How Govt's planning reforms will impact councils - and youThe Government promises to dramatically liberalise planning rules.24 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Helipad’ on plans but council says no chopper application soughtThe word 'helipad' is on approved plans but the council says no landing rights are sought.24 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandRoadworks chip away at Napier carsOne driver said they had eight windscreen chips and paint chips all over the bonnet.24 Mar 12:37 AM
New Zealand'I want to get Wairoa back on its feet’: Mayor stands for a fifth termLittle says flood mitigation and roading are key priorities for the district.23 Mar 11:00 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
New ZealandWinston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' addressWinston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' address in Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Mar 02:55 AM
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 ZealandHeathrow Airport on fire, Western Springs Speedway revs up for a final lap | NZ Herald News UpdateHeathrow Airport is closed due to a fire breaking out. PM Luxon has touched back down on home soil after a productive trip to India. Western Springs Speedway closes its doors.Watch21 Mar 07:53 PM
New ZealandBrakes pumped on SH3 speed limit increase'The minister and NZTA have heard us.'21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo backing down for Napier health services protestA Napier health services protest rally will start on Sunday at 1pm, at the Sound Shell.21 Mar 02:57 AM
New ZealandWater-saving efforts: Dargaville adapts to severe drought measuresDargaville's water use dropped by 166,000 litres a day under level-four restrictions.20 Mar 10:00 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 ZealandGreen shoots: Hundertwasser Art Centre hopes to arrest its financial lossesThe centre had 13,000 visitors in the last six months of 2024 and 12,500 this year.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCar wreck left on Havelock North hill for months: ‘Someone will get squashed’The hatchback came off the road coming down the peak on December 20, 2024.20 Mar 02:12 AM
