BDBDTourismInfrastructure financing talks making headwayAlternative infrastructure financing talks are making headway, says PM Bill English.29 May 05:40 AM
KahuWater quality worse in cities than farms - SmithWater quality in cities was twice as bad as on farmland, Nick Smith said today.29 May 04:43 AM
New ZealandCouncil left red-faced after Turua typoAn eagle-eyed member of the community reported the typo in Turua's new sign.24 May 03:05 AM
OpinionJack TameYou can still talk to your local mayorCOMMENT: In New Zealand you can still call up the mayor in most cities, writes Jack Tame.13 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsLocals form vision for Central Hawke's BayAspiration to build on district's strengths revealed in CHB council community project.03 May 10:00 PM
Construction'Crater' arena pitched for waterfrontAuckland Council has been pitched a revolutionary, sunken stadium for the waterfront.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandJoyce: We are the infrastructure GovtThe Government is close to making a decision on adjustments to tax thresholds.27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHorowhenua row: 'Move has no legal standing'Experts say the Horowhenua mayor's move to reinstate his deputy has no legal standing.27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandTensions high in Horowhenua Council power playHorowhenua's Mayor has sacked his deputy and brought in a replacement, despite protests.26 Apr 08:44 AM
New Zealand'Textbook perfect' transplant for BeyerGeorgina Beyer is on the road to recovery after a kidney transplant.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoastal homes face building shake-upCouncils are reviewing how NZ communities can be more prepared for future storms.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandQ&A: Why do we live in flood zones?Why do so many New Zealand communities lie in flood zones? An expert explains.13 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandInformation black hole riles residentsResidents evacuated from dry homes in the Eastern Bay have voiced their anger.08 Apr 11:09 PM
OpinionNo fast fix to Auckland gridlockCOMMENT: My family is the sort of family the Auckland Council loves.07 Apr 10:11 PM
New ZealandMP seeks probe into claims against mayorMP Damien O'Connor seeks probe into claims against Westland Mayor Bruce Smith.07 Apr 05:21 AM
New ZealandMake it illegal not to vote: Former PMSir Geoffrey Palmer sat down with Guyon Espiner to talk about his days as Prime Minister.06 Apr 08:00 PM
KahuMaori ward for Hastings up for discussionA district council committee is to review the issue of Maori wards this Wednesday.02 Apr 10:00 PM
BusinessCapital's council cleaners get living wageCleaners will soon be included in Wellington Council's pledge to provide a living wage.02 Apr 07:25 AM
OpinionBrian FallowWho'll pay the price of Auckland's growth?COMMENT: New ways are needed to help councils bear cost of vital infrastructure.30 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsWatch NZH Local Focus: Will three become one in Wairarapa?Will Wairarapa's people support amalgamation? Made with funding from NZ On Air22 Mar 04:50 PM
New ZealandRatepayer cost revealed after asbestos contaminationMore details have emerged about the asbestos contamination at Auckland's Motat museum22 Mar 02:41 AM
New ZealandAsbestos contamination at MotatMotat's off-site collections are covered in asbestos and ratepayers will pick up the bill.21 Mar 11:55 AM
New ZealandGoff under fire in review talksShake-up of council functions signed off - but not without criticism of mayor Phil Goff.21 Mar 05:41 AM
New ZealandGoff planning major council shake-upAuckland Mayor planning shake-up of council functions, including water and stormwater, which have been in the spotlight following last week's downpours.16 Mar 04:30 AM
KahuNo quick-fixes to Maori representationAbuse of Andrew Judd an unpleasant reminder of how far NZ still has to come on race relations.14 Mar 05:00 PM
PropertyTauranga to collect $134m from ratepayersBy John Cousins The Tauranga City Council is seeking public feedback on an annual plan with the biggest capital spending programme 14 Mar 03:46 AM
BDBDTourismLocal govt pushes billion dollar bog fundLocal Govt NZ estimates the country needs to plan for $1.38b of new facilities for tourists.14 Mar 01:36 AM
New ZealandFluoride changes to be debated this weekMPs are expecting furious opposition to proposals on fluoridated drinking water as public hearings kick off this week.13 Mar 05:39 AM
New ZealandLen Brown's $5000 gift from ratepayersHere's what you paid for Len Brown's farewell gift, Auckland.11 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRaymond Huo on the return to LabourRaymond Huo on Labour's foreign buyers policy and his plans for infrastructure bonds for investor migrants.07 Mar 04:58 PM
PropertyBig rate rises likely for some in HastingsSoaring values in Hastings and Havelock North mean 5.4% rates hike tipped.06 Mar 05:44 PM
OpinionAlan Duff: Polluting ourselves to deathCOMMENT: New Zealand clean and green? Try mean and short-sighted.06 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionBed tax proposal off-target and unfairCOMMENT: The Mayor's proposed way to pay for Auckland's tourism promo is a knee-jerk response that will not deliver positive benefits to the city.06 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionCities could get share of tax - AteedCOMMENT: Auckland should look at a deal with the Government to share returns on growth.06 Mar 04:00 PM
