New ZealandLaws: Sharples does not understand democracyWanganui's mayor said Pita Sharples did not understand "any culture that is not Maori", after the Maori Party co-leader called for Wanganui residents to accept its new name.18 Sep 04:34 AM
New ZealandLaws denies offering 'h' deal ... and iwi reject itIwi say Laws approached them about a compromise on putting an "h" into the city's name, but was told unequivocally there was none.17 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandSchools' leaky building toll soarsMore schools hit by leaky building syndrome and Mt Albert Aquatic Centre faces $1m repairs. See the list of Auckland schools.17 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandLaws 'angry', 'upset' about W(h)anganui decision - will appealMayor Michael Laws calls the decision to include an 'H' in Wanganui "a grievance and a wrong ...perpetrated on the great majority of the people of Wanganui".17 Sep 09:13 AM
New ZealandWanganui Council to appeal 'H' decisionWanganui Mayor Michael Laws remains confident the Government will reverse the Geographic Boards' decision to insert the letter H in Wanganui.17 Sep 06:35 AM
KahuSuper City bill passed into lawParliament passes legislation setting up Auckland's new "Super City" council by a vote of 64 to 58.17 Sep 12:34 AM
New ZealandDoC looked at delaying poison dropThe head of the Department of Conservation said rat poison drops on two Hauraki Gulf islands should be delayed over public concerns. 16 Sep 04:00 PM
KahuMake Super City seats a conscience vote - iwiNgati Whatua says there is enough support for Maori Super City seats within the National Party to warrant a conscience vote.16 Sep 02:12 AM
New ZealandStop bailing out port's debts - SwneyHeart of the City says public money helping prop up Auckland's port could equate to the cost of an iconic building on Queen's Wharf.15 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandRodney boundary to stay as isThe Government has bowed to local pressure and decided not to change the Rodney District boundary.14 Sep 06:45 AM
New ZealandTouches of big designs for wharf makeoverFlashes of Sydney, London and volcanic Auckland are among the creative ideas to redevelop Queens Wharf for the 2011 Rugby World Cup. 12 Sep 04:00 PM
