PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Makes amalgamation look like a tea party': Bay leaders dubious about water reformsCentral Hawke's Bay Mayor Alex Walker said there could be significant cost savings.30 Jun 08:31 PM
New ZealandTim Shadbolt asks about hanging up mayoral chainsInvercargill Mayor has surprised councillors by asking what would happen if he resigned.30 Jun 05:28 AM
KahuCouncillor threatened before vote on Māori representation'Threats like that are unacceptable ... it is 2021, get with the times.'30 Jun 03:15 AM
New ZealandThree waters: Leaders fear Northland voice will be lost"Our position stands, we have opted out".30 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandNanaia Mahuta outlines Three Waters fix for 'system in crisis'Minister says change is needed to avoid a 'legacy of costs' for future generations.29 Jun 10:30 PM
New Zealand'Not promising': Goff not buying into Government's water reformsProjected cost savings cannot be relied on, warns mayor.29 Jun 10:14 PM
New ZealandPhil 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.29 Jun 06:29 AM
New ZealandCampers claim proposal to close Turihaua Point a breach of rightsCamper says proposal to close Turihaua Point is a breach of rights.19 Jun 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhangārei out of water reform, CEO cites trust issue with govtMayor Sheryl Mai angles for compensation over water reform.19 Jun 08:34 PM
New ZealandThe shape of Wellington's future is about to be decidedThe question of 'intensification' underscores a growing conflict in Wellington.19 Jun 03:33 AM
KahuDunedin City Council rejects complaint about te reo Māori usageCommunity board member says English was New Zealand's first language.15 Jun 06:16 PM
New ZealandGreater Wellington Regional Council appoints new chief executiveThe appointment is a familiar face at the council.14 Jun 01:00 AM
Kahu'You have sinned against Māori' - SNA hīkoi hits Kaikohe'We got it wrong' - the admission that came as 2000 protesters descended on Kaikohe.11 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuShaw walks back comments over 'pause' to process on significant natural areasThe Government is in damage control after protests in the north over SNAs.11 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandWard Street trial 'diabolical': Waikato Regional Council chairWRC chairman say he's tempted to make his own carparks on Ward St.10 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandHamilton mayor defends secret discussions over new pool deal and dropping speed limitHamilton City Council deals with 13 items behind closed doors today.10 Jun 12:15 AM
New ZealandTransport Minister open minded about a congestion charge in WellingtonMichael Wood's position on the issue is a significant shift from his predecessor's.10 Jun 12:05 AM
KahuCouncil creates new position to focus on MaoriMaori voices will have a broader influence in shaping the organisation's strategies.09 Jun 08:13 PM
New ZealandDrop-in pitch uncovered at Lancaster Park site well and truly stumpedMangled steel frame, chopped in two by excavating equipment discovered at Lancaster Park.08 Jun 09:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Putting money in a budget line won't fix a water pipeUp to $185b is needed for the country's pipes but the workforce is already under pressure.08 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuCoast mayors call for halt to all SNA work in wake of protestsWest Coast mayors are calling for a halt to identifying SNAs on private land.08 Jun 02:47 AM
New ZealandArchitect to evaluate former Sims buildingAsbestos roof removed in 2017 as part of work to make the Port Chalmers building safe.07 Jun 11:19 PM
New ZealandQueenstown Lakes Mayor unconvinced by fluoridation of town's waterJim Boult says he is unsure the region needs it.07 Jun 10:49 PM
New ZealandSir Grahame Sydney leads South Island charge in Queen's Birthday honoursA posthumous award, an artist and politicians are among those recognised.06 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsAn 'exceptional' business leader moves onProfit is not a dirty word, says this champion of the mixed ownership business model.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTim 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.04 Jun 06:19 AM
KahuFireworks to cap off Wellington's Matariki celebrationsWellington City Council has released the plans for Matariki this year.04 Jun 01:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Giant-sized water bills on the wayCost of fixing water infrastructure is likely to be even bigger than forecast.03 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThree waters reform: Services could be amalgamated into 1-4 entitiesUp to $185b will be needed for pipes across the country over the next 30 years.02 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandWellington City Council agrees on 13.5 per cent rates riseCouncillors have spent a gruelling day thrashing out the final details of their budget.27 May 07:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Wellington's $6.4b transport plan is anything but movingLet's Get Wellington Moving is facing a budget blowout and might not be delivered in full.25 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuLast-minute Māori ward meeting consideredAn iwi leader says Whanganui's council didn't do enough to engage with Māori on the issue.23 May 05:01 PM
New ZealandLet's Get Wellington Moving may not be fully deliveredTreasury warns the $6.4 billion plan will cost significantly more than first thought.20 May 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumKahu'It's not a silver bullet': Horizons to establish Māori wardsWhanganui councillors had opposing views when it came to the vote.19 May 02:44 AM
