AucklandAuckland couple take legal action over flood-damaged homeThe couple's court action is the first challenge to Auckland’s $1.2b buyouts.25 Nov 06:07 PM
New ZealandHome owners stuck with costly fixes after developer collapse and council delaysDeveloper Treasure North Limited owes more than $1.6m to creditors.25 Nov 07:51 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: The Govt wants to abolish councils, just not the ones you're thinking ofOPINION: The Government's proposal reveals two truths.25 Nov 05:47 AM
Politics'Most significant changes since 1989': Govt plan would scrap regional councillors in sweeping overhaulMayors would take over regional roles under the new proposal.25 Nov 04:00 AM
PoliticsWatch: Ministers announce massive shake-up of local governmentLocal Government Ministister Simon Watts and RMA Minister Chris Bishop said it was the biggest reform of local government since 1989. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Nov 04:00 AM
PoliticsWatch: Chris Bishop grilled on leadership speculationSpeculation is mounting about Christopher Luxon's future as Prime Minister. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Nov 02:51 AM
Politics‘Serious shake-up’ of local government that could end regional councils as we know themChristopher Luxon says too many layers of government are slowing progress.24 Nov 11:21 PM
New Zealand‘More reliable and quicker’: Broken wastewater plant pipe to be replacedRepairs will take at least a week, with work under way at the Rotorua plant.24 Nov 08:16 PM
ConstructionWatch: Building a new home? Govt says you will need to buy a warrantyMinister Chris Penk is changing who is liable for defective building work.23 Nov 11:45 PM
New ZealandOnline abuse driving women from local politicsAuckland City councillor Julie Fairey says women face harsher online attacks.23 Nov 08:37 PM
PoliticsTararua District's new Mayor Scott Gilmore on doing things different, curbing council spendingTararua District Mayor Scott Gilmore joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Nov 07:40 PM
New ZealandPrime Minister Christopher Luxon reacts after being challenged for leadershipPM Christopher Luxon answers questions on policy, pressure and progress. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Nov 07:13 PM
PoliticsOCR decision looms, ANZ business confidence survey - Zoe Wallis talks markets for the week aheadForsyth Barr Investment Adviser Zoe Wallis joins Herald NOW for a look at ahead at the markets this week. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Nov 07:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRatepayers get 'good value for money' from councillors' $163k salaries, says mayorThe job is described as 'part-time' but the mayor says in reality it's not. 23 Nov 06:46 PM
PropertyMPs under fire over property rich listPolitical analyst Bryce Edwards on MP property rich list. Video / Herald NOWWatch23 Nov 06:25 PM
New ZealandPublic farewell planned for Far North businessman Monty KnightKnight, 80, will be publicly remembered in Kaitāia on Wednesday after his alleged murder.20 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandSH30A fully reopens after tomo repairThe hole in the stretch of road came after NZTA started, then stopped, major works.20 Nov 08:12 PM
New ZealandCause of leak that sent treated wastewater into lake a mysteryThe leak at the Rotorua treatment plant is contained, but health warnings remain.20 Nov 04:32 AM
AucklandMotorist fined $150 by AT for driving along bus lane on police orders after crashThe man officially appealed but the fine was only reversed after Herald questions.19 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandPM backs minister's 'pragmatic' call to spend Kāinga Ora money on local bridgeLabour leader Chris Hipkins says the move by Chris Bishop ‘doesn’t pass the sniff test’.18 Nov 03:45 AM
New ZealandGisborne wins Government approval for $214m local water planThe plan includes $214m investment and renewal of 50km of underground mains.18 Nov 02:57 AM
TravelInside freedom camping wars: Why NZ hot spots are fed up with bad campers“You wouldn’t pee in your garden.”18 Nov 01:00 AM
WorldCity’s dispute with 10-year-old beekeeper sparks public outcryThe bees faced eviction after an anonymous complaint. Nicholas Bard, 10, rallied support.17 Nov 05:00 PM
PropertyIllegal North Shore earthworks draw $48,000 fineOffending had 'significant effects on neighbouring properties, the broader environment'.14 Nov 01:00 AM
New Zealand$600m Hawke’s Bay Expressway upgrade officially under wayNoise and disruption over the next four years are unavoidable, Chris Bishop says.13 Nov 02:36 AM
New ZealandCouncillors back rethink of controversial Grey St layoutGisborne's cycle-friendly trial, aimed at slowing traffic, inspired intense opposition.12 Nov 04:39 AM
AucklandPregnant at 18, surviving domestic violence, now politics – new councillor's moving speech'I've survived the hardest parts life could throw at me', the new rep for Albany said.11 Nov 05:59 PM
LiveNew ZealandLive: ‘It doesn't mean it's not still burning underground’ - Tongariro fire size remains unchangedPolice checkpoints are present 24/7 in multiple locations.10 Nov 10:18 PM
New ZealandResidents slam chip seal switch on quiet Pāpāmoa streetsUpgrading to asphalt would add about $3000 per household.10 Nov 08:16 PM
New Zealand'Planning for all contingencies': Fire crews monitoring Tongariro hotspots after rain relief'We are very mindful that another change in the weather could alter the situation.'10 Nov 05:55 PM
New ZealandSatisfaction with Tauranga council rises - surveyThe results reveal a mixed but improving picture of public sentiment.10 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandGlobal gold for Hastings water project The Hastings project beat entries from cities including Toronto and Stockholm.09 Nov 09:53 PM
New ZealandPay bump for councilsSalaries for Whanganui, Ruapehu and Rangitīkei elected members have been set for 2025-28.09 Nov 09:35 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMystery man: The curious case of the city councillor who came in from the coldBenedict Ong says two strangers he met on the street nominated him.07 Nov 09:00 PM
