New Zealand'Sexual deviance': Former mayoral hopeful jailedHe said he was cleansing an 18-year-old woman's chakras through spiritual massage.09 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandAsbestos found in landfill used to recycle concreteConcrete recycling at the site has been put on hold. The landfill remains open.09 Aug 06:07 AM
New ZealandGisborne councillors vote to keep Māori wards, binding poll next yearMāori make up 56% of Gisborne but are historically underrepresented in local government.08 Aug 05:00 PM
Politics'Playing with fire': Act criticises council move to keep Māori seats without referendumThe Act Party has hit back, criticising the move as a 'race-based' decision.08 Aug 02:33 AM
New Zealand'Resurrecting an old practice': Locals petition for natural burial siteNearly 400 people want the option in Rotorua.07 Aug 11:04 PM
PoliticsGovernment announces new funding access for council-owned water companiesThe Government has unveiled changes to allow new council-owned water companies to be able to access more cheap borrowing from the Local Government Funding Agency (LGFA)Watch07 Aug 10:42 PM
OpinionNanaia Mahuta: Active participation in democracy means being counted, being a voiceOPINION: We are being taken back to the bad old days.07 Aug 06:36 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: No relief for 'squeezed middle' as rates rises gobble up tax cutsOPINION: Budget 2024 promised 'relief' from rising costs, but are households feeling it?07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne CBD eyesores: Mayor seeks new rules for building upkeepGisborne's mayor urges Govt for stronger laws to tackle derelict buildings in CBDs.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato council plans ranked for user-friendlinessOPINION: The wording and structure of plans can hinder making local democracy accessible.06 Aug 11:56 PM
New ZealandRail hub 'a phenomenal opportunity''We are bullish as to what can happen from here.'05 Aug 05:00 PM
EducationPM Christopher Luxon and Education Minister Erica Stanford on new 'Make it Count' PolicyOn Sunday, National Ministers announced a policy dubbed “Make it Count” to boost maths education.Watch05 Aug 04:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Waste and recycling sector is not a cash cowOPINION: Our country will generate more waste, recycle less, and emit more.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Frustrated': Council to decide if public votes on Māori wardIf they don't agree to hold a referendum, the ward must be abolished.04 Aug 12:06 AM
New ZealandWaikato councils' Long-Term Plans come at a costMost councils have now adopted their 2024-34 LTPs.02 Aug 07:00 PM
PoliticsGreens vs Tana, Act vs Te Pāti Māori – inside Parliament's latest dramaOne party is still fighting one of its MPs, while two parties are fighting each other.02 Aug 06:38 AM
KahuCultural histories revived through street namingThe ability to remember histories can be achieved through place names.02 Aug 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCouncils urged to control spending as Kiwis face big rates increasesHow profligate are councils really?31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDunedin councillor asked to formally apologise for comments towards MāoriVandervis did not take part in the investigation process.31 Jul 02:01 AM
KahuMāori wards’ future uncertain as new law kicks inSimeon Brown confirmed the new Māori ward legislation is due to become law.29 Jul 03:23 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouWhy your next rates bill will make you angry: Shane Te PouOPINION: A dark cloud hangs over local government. Kiwis are about to feel the reality.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It's the way to go': Use of on-demand buses soars early in $1.9m trialUber-like bus service has given more than 8000 rides since March.26 Jul 11:05 PM
New Zealand'The apocalypse is happening now' - residents powerless as ocean comes knockingWith the ocean just metres from their fences, residents fear losing everything.26 Jul 11:04 PM
PoliticsMahé Drysdale confirms move to Tauranga after securing the mayoraltyThe former Olympian also stressed he does not want to push his own mandate on the council.24 Jul 11:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow many of Tory Whanau’s 27 campaign promises has she achieved?And why her flagship policy never will be.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommissioners of Abuse in Care Royal Commission reflect on the landmark inquiryCommissioners of Abuse in Care Royal Commission reflect on the landmark inquiry.Watch24 Jul 06:40 AM
New ZealandAbuse in Care: Our national disgraceThe Abuse in Care report calls for apologies, redress and police investigations. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Jul 03:59 AM
New ZealandPM responds to Abuse in Care final reportThe Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care began probing into state and faith-based care of children, young people, and vulnerable adults over five years ago.Watch24 Jul 01:36 AM
New ZealandFormer Wellington Mayor in court challenging $40 parking ticketKerry Prendergast denies parking on a footpath, saying signage in the area is 'ambiguous'.20 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandSeymour marks Tauranga returning to 'a council that you’re able to vote out'His public meeting was interrupted by a protest and a fire alarm being triggered.19 Jul 04:52 AM
New Zealand'Metres from sea': Dover Samuels calls island pool fence rule too bureaucraticKaumātua Dover Samuels says the Motukawaiti Island pool is right next to the sea.19 Jul 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Ratepayers hit hard' with Whangārei increasing rates 17.2%More could have been done to keep the rates lower, critics say.18 Jul 06:00 AM
TalanoaCalls for more voting options to boost Pacific turnoutElectoral Reform Group to look at how to improve voter turnout.17 Jul 09:50 PM
New ZealandThe councils with the steepest rates rises, and whyCouncils say the rates hikes are due to the rising cost of the basics.17 Jul 08:53 PM
