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NZ First call on Govt to buy back Kiwibank

Banking in regional New Zealand was front and centre at NZ First's national conference

MP suggests options for housing, wastewater

Rongotai MP Paul Eagle discusses central/local government issues with Mayor McDouall

Ministry's use of fake names unlawful, court rules

It was revealed last year the Ministry were using fictitious names on their decisions.

John Tamihere: Fix Auckland's housing crisis or I'll run for mayor

John Tamihere gives Auckland mayor Phil Goff a deadline over housing.

Gerry Brownlee denies 'bullying' lawyer

Adina Thorn Lawyers claims Brownlee bullied a junior solicitor over the phone.

Rates rebel Penny Bright given days to live: 'The words for my gravestone'

On the eve of her presumed death, Penny Bright rang to offer a few thoughts.

'Red-zoning by stealth': Allegations of tampering with Christchurch's district plan

Calls for independent inquiry after allegations of tampering with city's district plan.

Whangārei councillors say no to pay freeze

Councillors reject mayor's idea to write to the Prime Minister.

Editorial: So much for the vision of a Super City

EDITORIAL: Every so often local government in New Zealand is reminded who is boss.

Proposals that hold water

Suggestions for reform could impact on local councils, reports Tim McCready.

Strong line-up to discuss infrastructure challenges

49 industry speakers are lined up to address the nation's infrastructure challenges.

Criticism over Audit NZ report ''politicking'': Hamilton councillor

Councillors criticised for questioning process after audit clears council

Michael Barnett: Councils - you need to do boring much better

COMMENT: We don't need baubles and ratepayer money used for anything but the essentials.

Plan to slash council spending

The Taxpayers' Union has published a blueprint it says will slash council spending.

Mayor's role in Hamilton city park expansion process criticised

Hamilton City Council boss says the audit report confirms no one made commercial gains.

Councillor appeals indecent assault conviction

Kāpiti councillor David Scott is appealing his conviction for indecent assault.

Council battled Audit NZ over making changes to city park audit

Council staff made numerous attempts to correct Audit NZ report into city park expansion.

Brian Fallow: Ratepayers need a break

Rates keep outstripping inflation - is there a better way for councils to raise money?