New Zealand'Rein in the fantasies' - Council pauses hotel and conference centreCentral government directs councils to get back to core business.23 Sep 12:13 AM
New ZealandGisborne's cyclone bridge debris to be cleared in next two to three months'It’s great to see this programme of work progressing.'20 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandHazard mapping has ‘chilling effect’ on property marketResidents say proposed controversial maps 'essentially rendered our property uninsurable'.19 Sep 10:23 PM
KahuThe bicultural history of Tāmaki Makaurau in poster displays28 Posters in Lorne Street with stay on display for another week.19 Sep 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Very sad': Hastings pool to remain shut for summer and likely never reopenFrimley Pool will likely never reopen after serving the Hastings community for 57 years.19 Sep 05:10 AM
New ZealandPM says tunnel option to replace Wellington’s Mt Victoria tunnel is “a really attractive option”Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the long-tunnel option to replace Wellington’s Mt Victoria tunnel is “a really attractive option”.Watch19 Sep 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau's financial admission fails to relateOPINION: Whanau selling her car to help pay the bills was surprising, but not relatable.18 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuNo quiet time for libraries during Māori Language WeekHere are 5 ways to learn and experience te reo Māori.18 Sep 01:00 AM
Kahu‘We’re not a charity’: No pay for councillor on medical leaveTauranga’s first Māori ward councillor has not yet been able to take up his role.17 Sep 10:08 PM
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
