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No firm commitment from Wellington and Auckland mayors to run again
Lianne Dalziel won't be running again, while Andy Foster and Phil Goff remain undecided.
'Makes amalgamation look like a tea party': Bay leaders dubious about water reforms
Central Hawke's Bay Mayor Alex Walker said there could be significant cost savings.
Tim Shadbolt asks about hanging up mayoral chains
Invercargill Mayor has surprised councillors by asking what would happen if he resigned.
Councillor threatened before vote on Māori representation
'Threats like that are unacceptable ... it is 2021, get with the times.'
Three waters: Leaders fear Northland voice will be lost
"Our position stands, we have opted out".
Nanaia Mahuta outlines Three Waters fix for 'system in crisis'
Minister says change is needed to avoid a 'legacy of costs' for future generations.
'Not promising': Goff not buying into Government's water reforms
Projected cost savings cannot be relied on, warns mayor.
Phil Goff on new Auckland budget: 'It's not the plan I dreamed of, but it's good'
Auckland Council has a new budget but councillors are not happy with transport planning.
Campers claim proposal to close Turihaua Point a breach of rights
Camper says proposal to close Turihaua Point is a breach of rights.
Whangārei out of water reform, CEO cites trust issue with govt
Mayor Sheryl Mai angles for compensation over water reform.
The shape of Wellington's future is about to be decided
The question of 'intensification' underscores a growing conflict in Wellington.
Dunedin City Council rejects complaint about te reo Māori usage
Community board member says English was New Zealand's first language.
Greater Wellington Regional Council appoints new chief executive
The appointment is a familiar face at the council.
'You have sinned against Māori' - SNA hīkoi hits Kaikohe
'We got it wrong' - the admission that came as 2000 protesters descended on Kaikohe.
Shaw walks back comments over 'pause' to process on significant natural areas
The Government is in damage control after protests in the north over SNAs.
Ward Street trial 'diabolical': Waikato Regional Council chair
WRC chairman say he's tempted to make his own carparks on Ward St.
Hamilton mayor defends secret discussions over new pool deal and dropping speed limit
Hamilton City Council deals with 13 items behind closed doors today.
Transport Minister open minded about a congestion charge in Wellington
Michael Wood's position on the issue is a significant shift from his predecessor's.
Council creates new position to focus on Maori
Maori voices will have a broader influence in shaping the organisation's strategies.
Drop-in pitch uncovered at Lancaster Park site well and truly stumped
Mangled steel frame, chopped in two by excavating equipment discovered at Lancaster Park.
Opinion: Putting money in a budget line won't fix a water pipe
Up to $185b is needed for the country's pipes but the workforce is already under pressure.
Coast mayors call for halt to all SNA work in wake of protests
West Coast mayors are calling for a halt to identifying SNAs on private land.
Architect to evaluate former Sims building
Asbestos roof removed in 2017 as part of work to make the Port Chalmers building safe.
Queenstown Lakes Mayor unconvinced by fluoridation of town's water
Jim Boult says he is unsure the region needs it.
Sir Grahame Sydney leads South Island charge in Queen's Birthday honours
A posthumous award, an artist and politicians are among those recognised.
An 'exceptional' business leader moves on
Profit is not a dirty word, says this champion of the mixed ownership business model.
Tim Shadbolt: 'If I can survive this, I can probably do another 3 or 4 terms'
After a fraught year, NZ's longest-serving mayor opens up about his health and prospects.
Fireworks to cap off Wellington's Matariki celebrations
Wellington City Council has released the plans for Matariki this year.
Brian Fallow: Giant-sized water bills on the way
Cost of fixing water infrastructure is likely to be even bigger than forecast.
Three waters reform: Services could be amalgamated into 1-4 entities
Up to $185b will be needed for pipes across the country over the next 30 years.
Wellington City Council agrees on 13.5 per cent rates rise
Councillors have spent a gruelling day thrashing out the final details of their budget.
Opinion: Wellington's $6.4b transport plan is anything but moving
Let's Get Wellington Moving is facing a budget blowout and might not be delivered in full.
Last-minute Māori ward meeting considered
An iwi leader says Whanganui's council didn't do enough to engage with Māori on the issue.