New ZealandNew rules to target freedom campers at KaikouraThe rules aim to crack down on freedom campers,01 Dec 12:45 AM
New ZealandHow much is too much? Councillors and their second jobsWe survey Wellington councillors to find out what paid work they do outside of council.29 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHousing woes: People living in trees, car ports, old carsRural communities in Northland are crying out for easier access to suitable housing.28 Nov 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe DHB chair mystery: Minister could cause massive shake-upKevin Atkinson fears he's on the outer, as nervy wait beckons.28 Nov 03:58 AM
New ZealandGovernment urged to rethink Wellington congestion chargeWellington's new mayor and regional council chair meet with Transport Minister.27 Nov 12:25 AM
New Zealand'I want public access to the waterfront:' Phil Goff wants Auckland port to moveAuckland Mayor Phil Goff wants Auckland's port to move.25 Nov 11:55 PM
Freight and logisticsNRC: Strong benefit for shifting Auckland port to NorthlandPros and cons of move will be debated25 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandBullying claims and the war of words at Wellington City CouncilWellington's former mayor and current city councillor Diane Calvert are in a war of words.25 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAucklanders in the dark about light rail, says business leaderViv Beck says there is an information void from Government about light rail.20 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandPomp and circumstance returns to Wellington City CouncilThe clink of mayoral chains, pay rises, free lunches and first meeting nerves.20 Nov 03:19 AM
New ZealandCouncil refusal to release complaints 'bizarre'Wellington city councillor Simon Woolf is facing a code of conduct investigation.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington council massage room relocated after outrageParents have claimed a win after their dedicated space was turned into a massage room.19 Nov 04:25 AM
New ZealandTens of thousands of dollars spent on briefing this term's councillorsFive Waikato councils whisk councillors away to retreats to brush up on council business.19 Nov 01:46 AM
PoliticsDemocracy boost in the North with journalism pilot schemeLocal government reporting in the North gets a lift with taxpayer-funded project.17 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandCode of conduct investigation into Wellington councillor after concernsSimon Woolf is in hot water again after wading into staffing employment matters.15 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay councils tango for regional unityHawke's Bay councils have broken new ground with a meeting of all mayors and councillors.14 Nov 12:16 AM
New ZealandCouncillor resorted to expressing breast milk in her carWellington City Council slammed for turning parents' room into a massage room.13 Nov 05:11 AM
New ZealandMt Albert protesters block removal of 350 trees on maungaMt Albert locals say they'll block contractors felling 350 exotic trees on the maunga.10 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCathy Casey: Gross unkindness to local politicians has to stopCOMMENT: Councillor Cathy Casey seeking professional support after repeated incidents.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLack of transparency over possible whitebaiting ban - NationalPeople are worried the Conservation Minister is going to ban whitebaiting altogether.10 Nov 03:33 AM
New ZealandDog owners warned after potentially poisoned rats wash up on beachesDog owners are being warned after hundreds of rats washed up onto beaches in Westport.10 Nov 01:01 AM
New ZealandMoving on from Wellington's cliffhanger election resultClouds clear for new mayor Andy Foster as Justin Lester's vote recount bid is quashed.08 Nov 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuLetters: Time for a TV3 reality checkWhy should the Government bail out a sinking-ship TV3, a commercial enterprise?07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral recount: Justin Lester doesn't have the numbers he was counting onNew information shines a different light on Wellington's mayoral vote recount saga.07 Nov 05:35 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Councillors inspired by NZ's most beautiful cityWhanganui District Council celebrates Whanganui Win. Made with funding from NZ on Air.07 Nov 03:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Politicians have walked off the jobCOMMENT: Our elected class needs to earn its keep by doing what we pay them for.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Diversity brings new faces to councilsNew-look councils moving with the times. Made with funding from NZ On Air.05 Nov 05:54 AM
New ZealandAndy Foster and Justin Lester share awkward hugMayoral chains have been exchanged under the cloud of a vote recount.30 Oct 06:06 AM
New ZealandAnalysis: New Wellington regional council chair romps inRoger Blakeley pulled out of the two horse-race, leaving Daran Ponter to take the reins.30 Oct 12:49 AM
New ZealandAwkward: Vote recount overshadows council inaugurationTradition is for the outgoing mayor to place the mayoral chains on the incoming mayor.29 Oct 05:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMike Lee - the wild horse of Auckland local politicsThe ex-politician is looking forward to a quieter life.26 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Inside the Trump-lite campaign of John TamihereCOMMENT: John Tamihere took Trumpian route to becoming Auckland mayor. Why didn't it work?25 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnvironmentVirginia Lake recommendations: 'We did what was practical'Niwa report suggests ways to improve Rotokawau/Virginia Lake - some have been tried.25 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn RoughanJohn Roughan: Rail funding not a matter to be taken lightlyCOMMENT: Proposals to have public transport funded by superannuation need careful thought.25 Oct 04:00 PM
