New ZealandStaffer fails drug test after incident in council vehicleWhat a LGOIMA revealed about the council's fleet and how its drivers behave.10 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandHeat alert as weekend highs tipped to climb into 30sGisborne is forecast to hit 32C tomorrow, with a 33C peak on Sunday.09 Jan 03:14 AM
New Zealand'I don’t feel safe': Neighbour of rehab facility for ex-prisoners speaks outIt comes as the programme faces a new battle over its location.08 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandDecades of dedication: Libby Fletcher honoured for protecting Lake Tarawera30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy that inviting swim could be dangerous: What to watch out for this summer25 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A time to remember their past': Rangatira Marae whānau lay Cyclone Gabrielle taonga to rest18 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandNew faces, old problem: Rotorua sets up wastewater working groupCouncil, iwi and community reps join group to guide Rotorua wastewater shift.18 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandFree summer gigs to bring live music to Gisborne city centreA heritage facade fund offers grants to spruce up ageing CBD buildings.17 Dec 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Utterly disappointing': Gisborne politicians split over RMA reformsThe new planning system is expected to fully replace the Resource Management Act by 2027.16 Dec 10:19 PM
New Zealand'Take a mask': Tour operator labels loos at tourism hotspot an 'embarrassment''We have had so many people complain about them, absolutely disgusted.'12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Any rubbish must be dropped off during operating hours': Council warns dumpers Illegal rubbish dumping at the gate cost Gisborne ratepayers $570,000 this year.12 Dec 03:43 AM
New ZealandGisborne yacht club’s future uncertain as hapū seeks council to honour land return commitmentThe Gisborne Yacht Club says it will fold if forced to move from Kaiti Beach.12 Dec 03:00 AM
New Zealand‘Evasive action’: Gardeners' close calls with traffic prompt flower bed shake-upNear misses for people working in the garden beds have increased from one in a year to 21.11 Dec 11:04 PM
New Zealand'Nowhere near enough': Funding battle brews after 780-tonne lake weed clean-upTwo regions known for their stunning lakes – but one gets much more cash to tackle weed.11 Dec 08:20 PM
New ZealandHow Gisborne’s transfer station became a magnet for illegal dumpingRubbish left outside the transfer station has cost ratepayers $570,000.10 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua Night Market to return to city centre, ending 'foolish' trialThe council has cut short a trial move to Kuirau Park after just two months.10 Dec 01:05 AM
New Zealand'Who is going to feed my family?': Night Market trial hurts Rotorua tradersRotorua Night Market trial at Kuirau Park sparks concern over trade and foot traffic.04 Dec 08:58 PM
New Zealand'It keeps me awake at night': Councillor sounds alarm on Te Arai water supply threatThe council called the situation its biggest known utility risk over the long term.04 Dec 04:31 AM
New ZealandRotokākahi pipeline planning grievances aired in High CourtProtesters waved signs outside the Rotorua courthouse as the hearing started.03 Dec 11:41 PM
New Zealand‘Only one chance’: Northland council urges Kaipara to shut Kai Iwi boat rampJack Craw warns one contaminated boat visit could permanently alter the lakes.03 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne mayor backs rate cap but warns exemptions must be 'timely'From 2029, councils need a regulator sign-off to go above a 4% rate increase.02 Dec 03:50 AM
New ZealandRotorua is ‘back’: Business confidence surgesBusiness leaders report renewed optimism and urge faster progress in Rotorua.01 Dec 05:02 PM
New ZealandKaipara leader calls for boat ban at Kai Iwi Lakes over invasive clam threatNearly 19,000 people are expected at Kai Iwi Lakes this year, many with boats.29 Nov 01:43 AM
New Zealand‘An ambitious and exciting step’: Tairāwhiti bid to manage $1.4b investmentA new community-owned entity would decide how the money is split and spent.28 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Quite ignorant': Council debates committees, sets councillors' payDisagreement over Te Arawa partnership as Rotorua council decides on splitting pay pool.27 Nov 10:22 PM
New ZealandGisborne appears spared from local govt changes in draft reform planMayor Rehette Stoltz says the shake-up starts a wider national discussion.27 Nov 04:43 AM
New ZealandMayors embrace ‘common-sense' regional shake-upThey have embraced a proposal to replace regional councils with mayor-led boards.26 Nov 11:43 PM
New ZealandSomething really stinks in Rotorua - and it’s not the sulphurThe race is on to remove the rotting material as complaints - and dead fish - pile up.26 Nov 05:56 PM
New Zealand‘It hurts’: Rotorua mayor ‘annoyed’ at Labour comments on rough sleepingTania Tapsell says moving people from contracted motels didn’t force them to the streets.25 Nov 06:49 PM
