PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: Time to unscramble governmentNZ has 81 ministerial portfolios across 28 ministers and 43 departments.03 Sep 09:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandKaipara's water woes deepen with non-compliance in safety standardsThe DRRA questions water treatment and local authority transparency.03 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPolitics|Updated'This is urgent': Seymour to face off with council, Bishop over changes to Auckland planDavid Seymour says parts of the Auckland Council's new plan are not necessary.03 Sep 05:00 PM
Auckland'Finger guns': Local board member apologises for gun-to-head gesture at Govt minister03 Sep 03:24 AM
PoliticsChief Justice speaks on the stress judges face in a overloaded justice systemWatch03 Sep 03:19 AM
New ZealandStanding out above 16 others – the most crowded election race in Hawke's Bay03 Sep 01:16 AM
New Zealand'Tsunami of aroha': More than 1000 signs put up supporting Māori wardsThe heart-shape signs are going nationwide.02 Sep 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Let's build a great Auckland to live inThe proposed plan allows six-storey buildings in certain areas.02 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington'A clear lack of vision': Wellington’s businesses on how fix ‘stagnant’ city growthThey're calling for rates reform, a PR campaign to rebrand the city, and amalgamation.02 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Island mayor rejects Kaipara council's guidance on Māori obligationsClutha Mayor dismisses Kaipara council's Māori obligations document as unwelcome. 02 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandComputing lecturer Ian Allan runs for Gisborne general wardAllan advocates for the council to connect education and industry.02 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': Auckland's dog crisis reaches critical point, 6000 dogs euthanisedRoaming dogs in Auckland led to 16,739 council reports this year.02 Sep 04:30 AM
New ZealandMayoral candidates are looking for a cutting edge – but not from vandals'If they’ve got an issue with me, then let’s have a face-to-face catch-up.'02 Sep 03:42 AM
WorldCourt ruling reignites debate over asylum-seeker hotel useProtests and counter-protests continue at hotels across the United Kingdom.01 Sep 11:20 PM
New ZealandMP claims council's social post is campaigning for Māori wards - electoral officer says it's fineAct Party's local government spokesman claims a council Facebook post is unbalanced.01 Sep 10:10 PM
New Zealand'Who’s going to read it?': Research taken off library shelf and transformed into art showcaseThe exhibition features 30+ local artists and opens on September 27 in Gisborne.01 Sep 09:00 PM
WorldPlagued by geese, one city pays for drones and dogs to scare them awayDrones, Border Collies, and water devices will be used to deter the geese.01 Sep 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Changes were inevitable': Zespri puts 135 roles on the lineJob losses tough but leaders express confidence in kiwifruit marketer's direction.31 Aug 08:28 PM
WorldAustralia's housing crisis: Woman forced to move 42 times in 37 yearsRebecca, 58, has moved 42 times because of Australia's housing crisis.31 Aug 07:00 PM
New Zealand'We're not boy racers': Cultural gatherings fear Govt crackdownCar meets offer a safe space, not danger, local enthusiasts argue.31 Aug 03:00 AM
KahuWhy the Tāmaki Makaurau byelection is crucial for Labour and Te Pāti MāoriPeeni Henare and Oriini Kaipara campaigned at flea markets today.31 Aug 01:10 AM
New Zealand'Abusive incidents': Parking fee hike sparks public backlashThe minimum fine increased from $12 to $20 after Government changes.30 Aug 03:09 AM
New ZealandThe country's most hit overbridgeKiwiRail confirmed it's the most struck bridge in NZ, with 13 known strikes a year.29 Aug 04:41 AM
New ZealandRates dominate the debate as race for Hastings mayor heats upEveryone agrees ratepayers are feeling the pinch - but the solutions vary.29 Aug 02:16 AM
TalanoaSamoa election: More than 100,000 head to the polls for pivotal voteVoting has begun in Samoa to decide the country’s next government.29 Aug 01:27 AM
New ZealandNorthland councils unite to manage $1b water, wastewater servicesThe Far North was the last to join, with one vote against the plan.29 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee reveals raft of alcohol law changesThe Government is proposing several changes to the laws governing the sale and supply of alcohol, including making it easier to allow bars to open during major sporting events.Watch28 Aug 02:24 AM
New ZealandNapier's decade-low council rating revealedSatisfaction with the city's performance, leadership and swimming pools took a dive.27 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandKFC doubles down in Hastings with second restaurantThe new KFC could replace the closed Vege Shed, and not everyone's happy.27 Aug 03:51 AM
