New ZealandHastings Civic Square revamp to cost close to $1mNew pavers will feature designs by tribal artists, celebrating Hastings' diversity.27 Feb 12:30 AM
New ZealandSewerage scheme funding ‘feels like an open chequebook’ - former Fonterra chairmanThe Tarawera Reticulation Scheme could cost residents $38,000 to $41,700.26 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandMarine precinct sale could cause ‘irreversible harm’, court toldTauranga City Council says it is not obliged to provide facilities for working boats.26 Feb 05:24 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBayswater Marina wants 156-boat drystack plans non-notifiedAuckland Council is yet to decide if plans for the new building should be notified.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow smart water meters uncovered unseen leaks in HastingsThe meters helped identify undetected leaks under houses and streets.26 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandArrested protesters not charged as police remain at worksiteIt comes as an iwi group makes a last-minute legal move to stop the works.24 Feb 10:01 PM
New ZealandLast stretch of metal road on NZ’s state highways finally sealedContractors finished 12km of tarseal through Tāngarākau Gorge on SH43.24 Feb 07:20 PM
New ZealandMayoral challenge? Desley Simpson testing Wayne Brown’s patience, insiders saySimpson says she's not interested in intrigue by alleged insiders.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Auckland Council inspector sentenced to home detention for $35k briberyA former building inspector received 11 months' home detention for bribery.24 Feb 02:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia Robinson: Why Wayne Brown should step aside for Auckland’s futureOPINION: Brown, 78, has tackled Auckland's financial challenges effectively.23 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Back me to finish the job': Wayne Brown announces re-election bid for Auckland MayorLet me finish the job: Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown announces plans for a second term19 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil assets could be discounted for housing entityThe public will soon have a say on a joint venture housing proposal.18 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAI tool used to help with Gisborne’s woody debris problemGDC has used AI to help get on top of the woody debris issue impacting Tairāwhiti.18 Feb 01:29 AM
New ZealandClaim part-timers won’t solve Hawke’s Bay’s problemsA departing councillor says amalgamation to create fulltimers could fix the issues.18 Feb 12:20 AM
New ZealandOne of NZ’s largest solar farms on hold after tiny village fights backThe farm would house 560,000 solar panels with the capacity to power 70,000 homes.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPM Christopher Luxon makes a Tourism announcementPM Christopher Luxon spoke to the media alongside Louise Upston delivering an update and announcement on Tourism. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 Feb 12:31 AM
New ZealandHoliday house hike: Group to assess impact of targeted rateA working group to be set up to recommend improvements.13 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Tourism's survival rests with Napier councilCouncils voice their disappointment in Hawke's Bay Regional Council.13 Feb 02:59 AM
New Zealand‘Fantastic leadership’: Mayor supports saving Begonia HouseCouncillors will debate the Botanic Gardens greenhouse's future today.12 Feb 11:27 PM
New Zealand‘Bad for our kids’: Principal backs alcohol ban near schoolPolice handled 755 alcohol-related incidents in Kaitī from 2019 to 2024.11 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuMarlborough iwi’s challenge to beach vehicle bylaw dismissedThe bylaw bans vehicles on beaches from the Awatere River to Waima/Ure River.11 Feb 03:42 AM
New Zealand16 homes in path of recommended Wairoa floodwayCrown manager and Wairoa council have endorsed a 170m-wide, 2m-deep floodway.11 Feb 12:08 AM
PoliticsPM seeking investment from wealthy foreigners through new immigration changesThe Government is relaxing immigration settings to encourage wealthy foreigners to invest in New Zealand businesses. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Feb 03:30 AM
New Zealand‘Rebuilding my relationship with the Greens’ - Tory Whanau’s bid for a second termShe is rebuilding relationships with the party after championing controversial policies.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDevastated local reflects on 70-year connection to historic hall gutted by fireDouglas Dance, 84, has been connected to the cinema and hall since he was just 13.06 Feb 09:42 PM
KahuThe economist who wants to be Auckland’s first Māori mayorAuckland councillor Kerrin Leoni opposes the sale of strategic assets like airport shares.06 Feb 04:01 PM
New ZealandOtago community ‘devastated’ after fire destroys Roxburgh town hall - world’s longest running cinemaThe town hall was home to the world's longest-running cinema.06 Feb 06:46 AM
New ZealandSuspected vandalism leaves new trees stripped bareThe newly planted trees were stripped bare of branches and leaves this week.04 Feb 02:49 AM
New ZealandFor the chop: 90-year-old magnolia at Botanical Gardens to be removed'Assessments by several tree experts confirmed the damage posed a serious safety risk.'04 Feb 01:05 AM
New ZealandWayne Brown quashes reports he expects Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson to step downBrown and Simpson are expected to meet over the next day or two.03 Feb 05:25 AM
New ZealandCouple fined $20k for illegal building work, say they didn’t need consent as they are ‘sovereign citizens’Councils were 'seeing a surge' of sovereignty citizenship arguments.03 Feb 05:25 AM
New Zealand‘An easy $800’: Gisborne records 921 dog infringement noticesThere are 6114 dog owners with 10,994 registered dogs in Gisborne.03 Feb 03:18 AM
New ZealandThe time must fit the crime: Walk Without Fear ambassador Israel Adesanya speaks on Crimes BillA message from Eugene Bareman and Israel Adesanya re the Crimes Amendment Bill. Video / SuppliedWatch02 Feb 02:01 AM
New ZealandTauranga’s first Māori ward councillor resignsHe was elected in July but has not been able to take up the role due to illness.31 Jan 06:47 AM
