New ZealandNational's Simon O'Connor may seek Auckland mayoraltyJohn Tamihere and John Palino are also considering challenging Phil Goff for the top job.21 Nov 01:33 AM
New Zealand$100k Armistice sculpture in storage after iwi opposes locationArmistice sculpture waits in storage until iwi agree on home and VIPs can unveil it.20 Nov 05:31 AM
New ZealandTauranga council votes to ban begging, rough sleepingBegging and rough sleeping prohibited within 5m of retail or hospitality premises.20 Nov 01:27 AM
New ZealandOmbudsman clears Phil Goff over commercially sensitive stadium reports"The conditions seemed pretty straightforward to me."19 Nov 03:30 AM
New ZealandBattle over stunning Auckland harbour viewsAuckland Council decision will allow taller homes to be built.16 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Easing the ratepayers' burdenIs there a better way of paying for the things local government provides?15 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: A councillor took a holiday to the Cook Islands. It was recorded as 'council business'One councillor took a holiday but it was recorded as business. Who else has gone AWOL?08 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSanctioned councillors still waiting for behaviour training 12 months onRecipient of offensive message from councillor dismayed workshop hasn't happened.06 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandSimon Wilson's Phil Goff report card: Two years in the jobPhil Goff has done 2 years as mayor so we asked those who know to give him a rating.02 Nov 04:00 PM
BusinessJones to take 'Soviet-style' port car park plans to CabinetJones taking car park scheme to Monday's Cabinet.02 Nov 12:47 AM
BusinessCollins to Jones: Butt out of port's carpark plansCollins v Jones: butt out of business, hands off port plans01 Nov 10:50 PM
Business'A mockery': Shane Jones lashes out at port's carpark plansThe NZ First MP vows to do all he can to stop the development.01 Nov 07:28 PM
New Zealand'I've been f****** shafted': Councillor resigns and storms outResigning councillor leaves chamber in dramatic fashion.01 Nov 05:44 PM
OpinionBrian FallowThe real cost of living on NZ SuperFor superannuitants, rates and insurance are pushing up the cost of living.01 Nov 04:00 PM
Economy$300k homes, beaches, sun: Auckland firm shifts staff to GisborneGrant Straker's staff couldn't afford Auckland houses — so he opened a Gisborne office.20 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionMark Thomas: How to make Auckland great againCOMMENT: To regain its international ratings, Auckland's government has to be smarter.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandScientist slams regional council over water qualityResearcher slams regional council, which says it is addressing issues in the catchment.14 Oct 10:02 PM
New ZealandCouncillors deny conflict of interest over appCouncillors told it's not appropriate to promote commercial app while on council business.08 Oct 07:09 AM
New ZealandPort petitioners want public referendum on possible salePetition needs 5837 signatures to spark referendum on Napier Port ownership model.05 Oct 03:47 AM
Business ReportsSteady as she goes in Auckland marketReal estate boss Peter Thompson doesn't see house prices falling in the short term.02 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFour-year battle: Hunger strike threat over leaky homeLeaky home couple give council hunger strike deadline. Made with funding from NZ On Air.30 Sep 07:30 PM
New ZealandNZ First call on Govt to buy back KiwibankBanking in regional New Zealand was front and centre at NZ First's national conference29 Sep 06:29 AM
PoliticsMP suggests options for housing, wastewaterRongotai MP Paul Eagle discusses central/local government issues with Mayor McDouall28 Sep 03:50 AM
New ZealandMinistry's use of fake names unlawful, court rulesIt was revealed last year the Ministry were using fictitious names on their decisions.26 Sep 09:32 AM
KahuJohn Tamihere: Fix Auckland's housing crisis or I'll run for mayorJohn Tamihere gives Auckland mayor Phil Goff a deadline over housing.21 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandGerry Brownlee denies 'bullying' lawyerAdina Thorn Lawyers claims Brownlee bullied a junior solicitor over the phone.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandRates 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.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Red-zoning by stealth': Allegations of tampering with Christchurch's district planCalls for independent inquiry after allegations of tampering with city's district plan.03 Sep 03:52 AM
New ZealandWhangārei councillors say no to pay freezeCouncillors reject mayor's idea to write to the Prime Minister.02 Sep 07:30 PM
EditorialEditorial: So much for the vision of a Super CityEDITORIAL: Every so often local government in New Zealand is reminded who is boss.02 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMajor NZ disaster response shake-upReview launched after 2016 Kaikoura earthquake and 2017 Port Hills fires30 Aug 01:01 AM
KahuCouncillors face public threats over racism row"Racism has had a profound impact on Māori especially, and particularly in this region."23 Aug 02:58 AM
KahuCouncillor denies Māori comments"'My actual comment was, 'Lucky no more were killed with what confronted them'."22 Aug 04:38 AM
EnvironmentSteve Baron: Government waste levy hitting Whanganui folk in the pocketThe hidden cost to the Whanganui community may be an increase in fly-tipping21 Aug 02:00 AM
