LifestyleFrom a famous family to Tory Whanau's media advisor: Who is Pearl Little?The 26-year-old has worked in some of Wellington's most powerful places.16 Jan 04:00 PM
Kahu‘Prove a point’: Man jumps from stub after council cuts swim ropeLogan Howard protests tree swing removal with risky jump video.14 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Time for a change': Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate not running for re-election in OctoberIn a Facebook post, Southgate announced that it was time for a change.12 Jan 09:41 PM
New ZealandNo-dog zone to be enforced at Raglan Domain Dogs are prohibited from the domain, whether on-lead or off-lead.10 Jan 03:37 AM
KahuIwi lose confidence in council over Treaty Principles Bill stanceCouncillors' block on Treaty bill debate sparks iwi backlash in Taranaki.08 Jan 06:01 PM
New Zealand'Had a man-look': Dumped remains left rotting for two months despite five reportsCouncil apologises after twice looking and failing to find the dumped remains.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRubbish or good idea? Residents weigh in on kerbside collection changesLocals divided on changes: some support, others worry about fewer red bin collections.07 Jan 09:35 PM
New ZealandSurge in households putting rates on hold as costs biteHundreds of retired homeowners are delaying paying their rates bills.05 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOne Bay council pays over $20m a year in debt interestDebt is climbing for all but one council in Hawke’s Bay. Here is how much each has.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandDivision, abuse and rates pain: Local politics year in review2024 saw clashes between central and local government. 03 Jan 12:29 AM
EnvironmentDeadly disease kills 100-year-old tree despite vaccinationThe fatal and fast-spreading disease was found to be present in the Waikato in February.02 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Must be all that rich food': Council cleaner reveals the worst toilet users, and how she handles it'It can be quite amusing to watch ... it's not so amusing to clean up.'27 Dec 11:00 PM
KahuHorizons formally opposes Treaty Principles BillHorizons Regional Council votes to oppose the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in April 2024?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.22 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandLife of an Animal Control officer: 'I have never seen a person on the streets with a skinny dog''Section sizes have shrunk but all dogs need exercise, no matter what breed they are.'22 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Local Government Act needs urgent reform for accountabilityOPINION: The act has critical deficiencies that undermine its goals.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRainbow connection: Should new crossing have had official opening?A pride advocate is upset an opening hasn't been held for Tauranga's new rainbow crossing.20 Dec 01:31 AM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking' report: Council land acquisition from mana whenua detailedGisborne adopts a new strategy after revealing historical land disputes.19 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘I wasn’t being Green’: Tory Whanau admits she has upset her baseThe mayor ends the year with her legacy project intact but other plans in tatters. 18 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandFluoride-free water option 'waste of time', campaigner saysTauranga City Council is still undecided about providing a fluoride-free water supply.18 Dec 04:05 PM
KahuRiver safety plan pushes 'behaviour change''It's not about bylaws, it's about educating people.'18 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Business resignations another blow for Tory Whanau’s leadershipOPINION: The mayor's special business group had held such potential.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSilt Recovery Taskforce finishes restoring 7000 hectares of landMore than 2.5 million cubic metres of silt removed from Hawke’s Bay17 Dec 02:42 AM
OpinionChristmas message from Bernie WandenMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden.17 Dec 01:47 AM
PoliticsRoads in, social housing out as Govt forces councils ‘back to basics’The Government hopes to rein in years of high rates rises with its 'back to basics' drive.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsThe winners and losers of local politics - who is at risk at next year's elections?On the Tiles: Local Edition runs through the big political winners and losers of 2024.13 Dec 12:49 AM
New Zealand'Everyone's had a guts-full': Dargaville residents rail against water rulesResidents blame Kaipara District Council inaction on water supply for summer restrictions.12 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandHas this beloved golf course been saved? Depends who you askA heated council debate includes claims of 'coercion' and 'disrespectful' behaviour.11 Dec 04:03 PM
KahuCouncil's alcohol policy targets harm in 23 high-crime suburbsHealth advocates praise Auckland's new policy, aiming to curb alcohol-related harm.09 Dec 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: ‘Our Eiffel Tower’ - why Wellington should fight to save the City to Sea bridgeOPINION: Saving Wellington's City to Sea Bridge is about saving what we really value.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News UpdateThe fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.Watch06 Dec 07:15 PM
KahuJoin the debate: New iwi-council agreement proposed in WhanganuiWhanganui Council to discuss world-first indigenous-council partnership at public events.05 Dec 06:10 PM
PremiumPremiumDynamic BusinessOliver Hartwich: From comedy dreams to reshaping NZ public policyDr Oliver Hartwich, head of The New Zealand Initiative, pushes for improved education policy.05 Dec 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Too old': Local board chairman claims 'ageism' forced him to quit the roleThe Waihī Beach Community Board chairman stepped down at a tense meeting.05 Dec 12:25 AM
