PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClimate change and the Swarbrick effect: Is this a youthquake?A number of dynamic young people are standing for office this year.20 Aug 06:13 AM
New ZealandRestraining order sought against Kāpiti Coast ex-councillorDavid Scott was convicted after pressing his crotch against a female co-worker.20 Aug 01:35 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Candidate wants somewhere to park his ute and load upLess focus on 'the grandiose projects'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Aug 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTamihere's Harbour Bridge plan an 'ugly munter'John Tamihere says the Auckland Harbour Bridge superstructure can be built in six years.18 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Elms: Land grab or historic opportunity?A Tauranga historic site provokes controversy and pointed comments.18 Aug 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIs there a crisis? The real story about Auckland's finances, ratesIt's election time: Are Auckland Council finances out of control like some candidates say?18 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsLocal Focus: Controversial mayoral candidate says he's honest, not racistCasson is sure he has a chance to become mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Aug 01:52 AM
New ZealandGoff launches campaign for a second term as Auckland MayorPhil Goff chose the Diversity Centre in Papatoetoe to launch his second bid for mayor.18 Aug 01:30 AM
New Zealand'Terrible mistake': Comedian Tom Sainsbury running for Auckland mayor'Fiona' says putting her name forward was a terrible, drunken mistake.16 Aug 10:27 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Council candidate has a secret confession"I'm going in baby-faced". Made with funding from NZ On Air.15 Aug 10:10 PM
KahuHamilton-Auckland 'urban growth partnership' to be signed off by ministers, mayorsMinisters, mayors and other Government agency representatives are at the signing.15 Aug 02:11 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Late right turn would enliven mayoral raceWe say: Democratic process would be even better served by a third player from the right.13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral race turns ugly: Goff calls Tamihere 'failed Cabinet minister'Phil Goff and John Tamihere duke it out at mayoral debate.12 Aug 09:27 PM
LifestyleLocal Focus: Ex-rugby player wants a crack at council30-year-old AJ Tuhoro says it's time for change. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Aug 03:47 AM
New ZealandThe $6.4b baby dumped at local government's front doorIt's not all sunshine and pancakes when it comes to raising Let's Get Wellington Moving.11 Aug 05:23 AM
New ZealandTamihere's homeless solution: Call '0800 JACINDA'Social workers would be available around the clock under John Tamihere's mayoral policy.11 Aug 01:24 AM
New ZealandFreedom camping trial to be runThe Clutha District Council will run a freedom camping trial in the Catlins this summer.10 Aug 03:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShow the Anzac spirit of 'a fair go': Mike LeeThe NSW Government has helped 160 businesses to the tune of about $30m.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCapital transport solutions 'steamrolled'Some councillors felt they had no option but to support the $6.4b transport plan.08 Aug 08:41 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: 23-year-old council candidate says life experience isn't everythingRotorua Council is not demographically representative. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Aug 06:19 PM
PoliticsLocal Focus: King versus Southgate round twoA six-vote swing would oust King. Made with funding from NZ On Air.07 Aug 05:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandErosion maps 'frightened the hell out of a lot of people'Harbourside homeowners say councils should do more to help people defend their properties06 Aug 05:44 PM
New ZealandGovt sets out new plans for water managementShake-up of water management was prompted by the Havelock North contamination in 2016.31 Jul 06:53 AM
New ZealandMan saves dog from death row after stealing him back from the poundDesperate dog owner admits going to extreme lengths to save beloved dog from death row.30 Jul 08:55 AM
New ZealandTaupō transforming into 'mini-metro'Advantages of growth also bring with it new issues. Made with funding from NZ On Air.29 Jul 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsNew-wave research: $11.5m mega-project to shed light on NZ's changing oceansAn $11.5m project will take a closer look at NZ's vast and fast-changing marine estate.29 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy Fox River's 'horrorscape' may be never-ending disasterThere are fears the rubbish-strewn Fox River will never be the way it was.28 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandFrom musician to mayor, Kuvarji has plans for New PlymouthKuvarji says local politics lacks community perspective. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 Jul 10:14 PM
New Zealand'I'm not the bad guy': Mayoral candidate Danny Cancian'I'm not the bad guy everyone says I am'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.26 Jul 09:30 PM
KahuWhy Ihumātao is being occupied by 'protectors'For more than three years there has been an occupation of "protectors" at Ihumātao.24 Jul 05:16 AM
PoliticsWhangārei social advocate vying for two seatsHousing and homelessness top priorities for Northland social advocate.24 Jul 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn Banks: Auckland deserves better from mayor and councilCOMMENT: Auckland Council hasn't granted enough powers to local communities.23 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionPenny Hulse: Here's why Phil Goff is a good civic leaderCOMMENT: Being mayor isn't all about 'seagulling' as it's known in the West.22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandJohn Tamihere launches legal action against Auckland councilJohn Tamihere says there would no conflict or conundrums with the action if he was Mayor.22 Jul 02:38 AM
