WorldSydney beaches could trial removal of shark nets this summerThe NSW Government asked councils to choose beaches for the trial.28 Jul 02:50 AM
WellingtonBullying, defamation, threats: Wellington City councillors worst in NZ for staff complaintsCouncillors have been accused of being inappropriate and intimidating to staff.27 Jul 11:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMount residents fret as future of prime site in limboDeveloper behind 8-storey apartment plan 'couldn’t come to an agreement' with council.25 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Voting should be made easier, not more difficultOPINION: 'It’s clear they are not concerned this change will reduce voter turnout.'25 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandIs $4 an hour too much to pay for car parking in central Whangārei?Business owners fear higher prices will keep customers from the CBD.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: It's time to fully review our local government structureOPINION: But any changes must be the right ones for the right reasons.25 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'P for positive': Former public servant running for Gisborne councillor roleProctor, a former Inland Revenue worker, has been president of Moananui Longboarders since 1986.25 Jul 06:59 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyContrasting sites: New supermarket opens next to abandoned car lotScheme for three-level apartments on hold, awaiting further information about the project.25 Jul 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Turned the corner': $207b in NZ's infrastructure pipeline, PM tells contractors'The future for civil construction in New Zealand is bright.'24 Jul 08:01 PM
New ZealandUnit arrives in Huntly after 3 years to fix brown water issueOne resident says the brown water looks like 'mushroom soup without the cream'.24 Jul 05:00 AM
New Zealand'I want answers': Tensions rise as man refuses to leave council meetingA speaker demanded answers about a pit dispute on his property.24 Jul 04:52 AM
New ZealandNew Hawke's Bay coalition backs retention of Māori wardsHawke's Bay Today asked each mayoral candidate if they supported the group.24 Jul 04:19 AM
New ZealandLGNZ backs Tauranga mayor's call for council structure reviewMahé Drysdale emphasised designing a system that works for local communities.23 Jul 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Really improve things': Early off-ramp opening for Pāpāmoa commutersCouncillor Steve Morris says it will ease evening traffic bottlenecks.23 Jul 02:28 AM
New ZealandCouncillor accused of hate crime by woman in IsraelNandor Tānczos says he received a courtesy call from the Whakatāne Police.22 Jul 11:53 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can citizens’ assemblies improve local government decision-making?OPINION: Whanganui's council paid 40 people $500 to come up with a recommendation or two.22 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandPrepare for pyrotechnics: Fireworks business owner joins Hastings mayoralty raceDarrin Wilson's a car and furniture upholsterer, fireworks salesman and motorbike racer.22 Jul 02:44 AM
Auckland'Financial ruins': Mayoral staffer's $560k company collapse under fireLiquidators reported the company had no assets and owed $559,739 to Inland Revenue.22 Jul 12:20 AM
AgribusinessKūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader saysPlans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.21 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Huge problems': Business owners upset over paid parking planSeveral streets and avenues to have new two-hour limits, with fines starting at $20.21 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandMackenzie mayor steps down as cancer worsens'Given the uncertainty surrounding my health, I cannot fully commit.'21 Jul 04:05 AM
New ZealandGisborne District Council does not back LGNZ campaign against rates-cappingGisborne residents face an average 9.95% rate increase this year.21 Jul 04:00 AM
Auckland'A terrible decision': Opponent group appeals rich-listers' private helipad approval About 4000 signatures back the petition to prohibit residential helipads.21 Jul 03:11 AM
New ZealandThe council with just one candidate as deadline for nominations loomsNominations for the election closes in 11 days.21 Jul 02:56 AM
New Zealand'PR stunt': Opposition slams Govt's $6b infrastructure announcementChristopher Luxon defends mega construction plan amid Opposition backlash.20 Jul 08:50 PM
New ZealandThe Kiwi town that's boiled water for 10 yearsKāeo marks 10 years under boil-water notice with no end in sight.20 Jul 07:47 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatt Whineray: Govt can't be de facto insurer of property after weather eventsOPINION: Current ad hoc buyout policies have led to inconsistent outcomes for communities.20 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Auckland's roaming dog issue is spiralling out of controlSPCA stresses national investment needed for effective desexing.19 Jul 05:18 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: Why a new slave labour commissioner won't change anythingOPINION: Labour's anti-slavery bill misses the mark.18 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Experience, not noise': Diane Calvert joins Wellington mayoralty raceA few weeks ago, Calvert said she wouldn't run for mayor. She's changed her mind.18 Jul 09:59 PM
New ZealandPraise for restaurant's response after former deputy mayor dies at family dinnerHis family say he will leave a legacy of kindness, and he was surrounded by it to the end.18 Jul 07:18 PM
New ZealandThe 2.2% dream: What we would need to sacrifice to get the lowest rate rise in NZThe biggest battleground at Hawke’s Bay’s local elections will be rates.18 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandHow Gisborne plans to engage youth voters in the local body electionsOver 40% of Gisborne residents are under 29, but they're under-represented.18 Jul 06:00 AM
New Zealand'No tattoos, no spinach': Napier deputy mayor hailed as a 'Superhuman'Annette Brosnan has won top individual local government award but she's stepping down.18 Jul 04:03 AM
