PremiumPremiumOpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Keeping the council coffers fullComment: Funding for local government needs to be bolstered by additional revenue streams.05 Jul 05:52 AM
New ZealandLet them tax beds: Call for help for councilsCouncils need Government help to fund infrastructure for tourism and growth, says report.03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommission: Councils need Govt help on climate changeProductivity Commission backs councils' calls for Govt help to meet $14b climate threat.03 Jul 12:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland politician censured after alleged threatCensuring follows two complaints from members of the public about his conduct.03 Jul 07:13 AM
PoliticsNo more jokes about Hamilton if young candidate becomes mayorLouise Hutt sees room for improvement in Hamilton. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 Jul 02:20 AM
New ZealandMayoral candidate wants Auckland to be like CubaThe Communist League wants the Super City to resemble socialist Cuba.28 Jun 03:21 AM
New ZealandWhanganui aviation hub set for take-offIndian trainee pilots bring $50 million to Whanganui. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGolf group takes a swing at Auckland Council reportCouncil report described as "error-ridden" and "misleading".27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhakatāne mayor quits for new real estate roleTony Bonne reflects on four terms as mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.26 Jun 09:31 PM
New ZealandCouncil approves plan to fix capital congestionCouncillors voted unanimously to support the indicative package.26 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAudrey Young: The high-profile left- and right-wing forces backing John TamihereJohn Tamihere moved fast to secure two of the most experienced campaigners in politics.21 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandTe Puke not a destination? Retailers reject Councillor's claimIt's not in decline, it's in growth - locals. Made with funding from NZ On Air.20 Jun 08:00 PM
BusinessLocal Focus: Tenby Powell says Tauranga deserves betterMeet the man behind the suit. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Jun 11:29 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Councillor wants underground infrastructure over cyclewaysCouncil spending on "nice to haves" must stop, Cr says. Made with funding from NZ On Air.14 Jun 09:37 PM
New ZealandSecond Mt Vic tunnel this week's Let's Get Wellington Moving headacheWill private vehicles be allowed in a second Mt Victoria tunnel?14 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandPush for a green infrastructure bond in WellingtonThe Green Party has launched its local body election campaign for the capital.13 Jun 11:11 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Meng Foon on lunches, blackmailing gang members and te reo MāoriGisborne treasure Meng Foon in his last days as mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Jun 08:09 PM
TechnologyLetters: Bus users shut out in cold"Some of our most vulnerable citizens use this bus service. They deserve better."12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Council declares climate emergencyAuckland Council agrees to urgently tackle climate change.11 Jun 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBar wars: Campaigners close on booze voteThe battle over alcohol sales in West Auckland has reached a key point.10 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: NZ's youngest councillor sees climate change as the challenge of the centuryCouncillor Chandulal-Mackay on the region's challenges. Made with funding from NZ on Air.10 Jun 03:03 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailDirty money crackdown: Shops urged to report gang purchasesRetailers are being asked to report when gang members purchase big ticket items with cash.09 Jun 08:52 PM
OpinionCape Kidnappers beach walk: Where death and taxes potentially awaitEditorial: The beach opening is a victory for common sense, right? Not really.09 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandDame Susan Devoy withdraws from Tauranga mayoralty raceSeven other people have announced they will stand for Mayor of Tauranga08 Jun 09:35 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor fighting for national change after deaths of road workers"It's quite clear speed restrictions at roadworks are totally ignored most of the time."08 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandFreemans Bay hostel will house 52 homelessJames Liston Hostel in Freemans Bay has reopened after a $5m refurbishment.05 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Deputy Mayor has no time for people who try to talk Rotorua downHe's been called everything from poodle to puppet. Made with funding from NZ On Air.05 Jun 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWairoa: Will it turn itself into the little town that could?In the past it was about "managing the downwards spiral". No more.30 May 10:15 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Stepping out of Meng Foon's shadowRehette Stoltz wants to be the one who makes history. Made with funding from NZ On Air.30 May 10:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe fight for Wellington: New political party formedThe Wellington Party will be launched next month to contest local body elections.30 May 10:00 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Could this be Gisborne's first Māori mayor?Meredith Akuhata-Brown is fighting for the top job. Made with funding from NZ On Air.30 May 07:53 AM
New ZealandCall to boycott bylaw: Freedom camping sites increase from 14 to 107The number of designated freedom camping sites in Auckland would increase from 14 to 107.28 May 08:11 AM
New Zealand$1m pilot scheme to boost local news coverageEight journalists are to be recruited to provide local democracy news from around NZ.26 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato councils face bigger election billWaikato councils say the health minister should pay for the extra election costs21 May 11:41 PM
