New ZealandTauranga marine precinct sale ‘unconscionable’, meeting toldThe sale of Tauranga's marine precinct for $13.9m has angered fishing businesses.27 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Looking after our legacy': What's next in fight to keep out clam invaders'We’re going to do our best to ensure the danger to our lake and whenua doesn’t get here.'26 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandSewerage scheme dispute: Fence comes down at tapu lakeMembers of the local iwi say they will continue to fight.25 Oct 10:30 PM
New Zealand'Better off having a free dumping system?': Illegal dumping doubles amid rubbish sticker resalesGisborne's kerbside rubbish sticker trade online raises fears of illegal dumping.25 Oct 04:23 AM
New Zealand'Voices of the people': Man claims public comments censoredLimiting comments and feedback creates an echo chamber, says resident.24 Oct 06:40 PM
New Zealand‘Trail of broken promises’: $34m council land sale disappoints hapūA Tauranga hapū wanted to build homes for its whanau but the land was sold to developers.24 Oct 06:30 PM
New ZealandRural families devastated as key bridges lost in Cyclone Gabrielle remain unfundedOnly two of eight cyclone-damaged bridges will be funded; families face ongoing isolation.24 Oct 04:17 AM
New Zealand'Grinch' councillor quizzes teen reps on political affiliations'Are there any [youth] councillors here that may be affiliated with the National Party?'23 Oct 08:30 PM
New ZealandGisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz urges voter participation in local electionsTime to invite younger people and make them aware of roles council plays23 Oct 07:56 PM
New ZealandPark benches to be removed after reports of 'indecent behaviour'A resident complained she was harassed by people who used the seats and felt unsafe.22 Oct 11:52 PM
New ZealandCouncil to review controversial road closure on 7th AveThe council will look at options for 7th Ave, which became a cul-de-sac last May.22 Oct 04:01 AM
New ZealandLifeline: Surprise $25,000 grant helps keep country's busiest CAB open'A knight in shining armour' came to save the day.21 Oct 01:30 AM
New ZealandAratu Forests plans $500k debris nets after cyclone damage in Tairāwhiti'We have learnt much from the cyclones and are determined to keep improving,' CEO says.18 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuNgāti Oneone's call for land return leads to five-year lease for yacht clubIwi seeks return of land, stressing the importance of re-establishing its mana.17 Oct 11:28 PM
New ZealandIconic hot pools' opening time causing 'disharmony' – petitioner"You could say ‘well, go to another pool’, but those are ... very uniquely different."17 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandTararua mayor’s ultimatum over highway tollHer council will refuse to take back maintenance of three detour routes if road is tolled.16 Oct 09:43 PM
New ZealandThe NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.16 Oct 07:09 PM
New ZealandMayor Mahé Drysdale votes no on fluoridationThe Olympic rowing champion says he wants more safety assurances.15 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne's water usage doubles; council gives tips for conservation'The demand experienced was unusual so early in spring,' drinking water manager says.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPetition against rainbow crossing 'nothing short of disgusting' - Pride advocatePetition trying to stop a rainbow pedestrian crossing in Tauranga set to be presented.14 Oct 02:26 AM
New ZealandOn track: Tokomaru Bay landfill remediation could be fast-tracked'Time is of the essence' for Tokomaru Bay landfill clean-up.13 Oct 10:48 PM
New Zealand'A bit traumatic': Crankworx 2024 worth millions to city despite boycott blowBetween a boycott and sponsorship struggles, there were still successes and learnings.13 Oct 01:01 AM
New ZealandGisborne library faces abuse incidents as councillors discuss safety concernsBehaviours range from theft and fighting to using the outside of the building as a toilet.11 Oct 12:22 AM
New ZealandTauranga council projects spurned for fast-trackingTauranga City Council is disappointed that its fast-track applications have been declined10 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandCCTV spree: Rotorua CBD crime crackdown plan expanding to suburbsIt includes rolling out new cameras to catch and deter crims.10 Oct 04:02 PM
New ZealandConsent reforms needed to fix 'overkill' system – builderChanges to the building consent system are welcomed as it is currently arduous.10 Oct 12:30 AM
New Zealand'Essentially... allocated nothing': Road funding snub frustrates mayor'Rotorua seems to keep missing out.'06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPools or poo pipe? City debates where it should invest $2 millionThe mayor says the community wants its spas back. But major project costs are climbing.04 Oct 07:01 PM
New ZealandMahé Drysdale's uncle spent $56k in fruitless bid to beat nephew in electionWho spent the most on their bid for a seat at the Tauranga City Council table?04 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandLiving in limbo: Motorhome dwellers seek secure parkingKawerau resident Christine Larsen argues for a secure facility for those in motorhomes.04 Oct 12:13 AM
New ZealandGisborne cross-sector group established to guide landowners of highly erodible landForestry Minister Todd McClay said a range of tools would be available with the changes.03 Oct 11:55 PM
KahuNgāpuhi hapū leader calls for $8 billion Treaty redress during Govt visitMinister Paul Goldsmith said his purpose at the hui was to listen.02 Oct 05:47 AM
New ZealandPipeline protest: Council restarts legal action to protect work siteA protester says the council's issues could have been avoided if it listened better.02 Oct 05:25 AM
New Zealand‘State-of-the-art’: Refurbished children’s unit opens at Rotorua HospitalHealth minister Dr Shane Reti opened unit on Tuesday.01 Oct 04:41 AM
