KahuSing a waiata with Waimahara at Myers ParkThe interactive Māori artwork is the brainchild of local artist Graham Tipene.17 Sep 07:30 PM
New ZealandProposal could see all Far North cats ‘chipped and snipped’A proposed new pet bylaw would also bans roosters and pigs from urban areas.16 Sep 11:06 PM
New ZealandRapid growth in Mangawhai to continue as another 600 houses get green lightThe seaside community is one of the fastest growing areas in the North Island.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Serious concerns' over potential motel conversions for housing in RotoruaRotorua's mayor is worried motels could be turned into housing.13 Sep 01:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil staff caught speeding 856 times in work carsEnvironment Southland monitoring shows hundreds of speed limit breaches.12 Sep 07:17 PM
PoliticsFar North Mayor's message for Simeon Brown on Māori ward referendums: 'You pay for it'Councils around the country have raised concerns about the cost of holding the polls.12 Sep 06:02 PM
New Zealand'We are not against Māori wards': PM emphasises principle of local democracy in debatePM speaks on Māori wards, healthcare, forestry while visiting Gisborne.12 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuMāori Wards: Councils resentful about funding a poll put on them by coalition’s agendaCouncils face huge costs while also being asked to pare down spending.11 Sep 06:56 PM
New ZealandGP practices lay complaint with Commerce Commision over ‘unfair’ and ‘illegal’ contractsThe General Practice Owners Association says underfunding primary care is bad for all New Zealanders.Watch11 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsBuy now, pay later fees to go unregulated thanks to David SeymourBuy now, pay later fees to go unregulated thanks to David Seymour’s new Ministry for Regulation. Video / Mark MitchellWatch11 Sep 12:27 AM
New ZealandCouncillor braces for more anti-Māori rhetoricToni Boynton believes rhetoric will increase as Māori ward referendum approaches.10 Sep 10:38 PM
New ZealandExperts warn shallow aquifers increase vulnerability to contamination on East CoastSurvey reveals aquifer depths of 5m-48m, raising concerns about future water availability.10 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCost to hold Māori ward referendums revealed for 12 councilsOfficials have criticised the additional cost as "significant" and a "waste of money".10 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsPolitical leaders respond: Is Wellington dying?Is Wellington dying? The question put to Labour leader Chris Hipkins and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at Parliament this morning. Video / Mark MitchellWatch09 Sep 11:24 PM
New ZealandUrgent call for investment in State Highway 35 to protect Tairāwhiti’s economyTimutimu calls for urgent investment in Tairāwhiti’s roading infrastructure, environment.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandStrengthening works to begin on Hollywood Bailey bridge for Bushy Knoll residents'A cost-effective solution,' says council; works to extend bridge life to 50 years.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrown says councils must respect ratepayer money'Finding savings isn’t a one-off exercise,' the Local Government Minister says.09 Sep 03:36 AM
New ZealandWellington mosque wanting to broadcast call to prayer three times a yearOne broadcast would be on the anniversary of the Christchurch mosque attacks.09 Sep 02:24 AM
New Zealand‘People shouldn’t have to put up with this s***’: Mayor takes aim at gangs after shootingPolice urge residents to report violence immediately after early morning incident.07 Sep 07:08 AM
KahuWatch: Kaipara mayor declines moment of silence for Kīngi Tūheitia in council meetingIt was the council's first public meeting since the late Māori king died last Friday.07 Sep 01:14 AM
New ZealandTwelve councillors to represent district after next electionRepresentation has been 'strongly debated' at previous council meetings.06 Sep 03:18 AM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsScooter wars: Beam’s problems multiply, Lime gets a boostNewcomer misses out.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew sewerage pipe connecting prison to council treatment plantThe Department of Corrections project has an overall cost of around $14 million.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier council pushes ahead with Māori ward, refuses to accept councillor's apologyNapier has cemented its Māori ward but rejected one councillor's apology.05 Sep 04:24 AM
New ZealandRuapehu council slams poll law, seeks further adviceThe council voted unanimously to keep the Māori ward.05 Sep 02:42 AM
New Zealand'Generation chair' splits Kāpiti's future: A call for climate action in councilThe chair is split down the middle to represent action versus inaction.04 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne's DrainWise programme hailed a success by mayorGisborne's DrainWise scheme hailed for boosting sewage system capacity during wet weather.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMāori ward to stay: Referendum to decide its future in 2028, 2031 electionsA referendum will now be held alongside the 2025 local government election.04 Sep 04:42 AM
New ZealandCouncil holds firm on rural recyclingCouncillors voted 7-6 to keep the service as is until at least next year.04 Sep 04:19 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: The folly of issuing parking finesOPINION: Are we really going to start people on the path to prison for parking?03 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand$255m investment to strengthen Gisborne's vulnerable roading networkMayor Stoltz thanks Govt for investment, highlighting cyclone damage.03 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAT board ignores wishes of Mayor Wayne Brown and hands CEO large salary and bonus schemeThe AT board also ignored Brown's wish for a contested recruitment process.03 Sep 04:38 AM
New ZealandCouncil hands aviary to community groupFriends of the Aviary want to turn the facility into a 'valuable, educational resource'.03 Sep 03:55 AM
