New Zealand‘Paddling the waka together’ – Western Bay votes to keep its Māori ward'We're just getting kicked left, right and centre just for trying to be a Māori.'02 Sep 06:25 PM
New Zealand'Ghost dog': Owner who fought $300 fine questions city's canine dataIt comes as the council spends $30k chasing owners of unregistered dogs.31 Aug 07:01 AM
New Zealand‘I’m stuck’: Hope fades in a community of ‘valueless’ homes'Nobody would buy it... the threat is right there and nothing has been fixed.'31 Aug 06:30 AM
New ZealandTidal lane touted for Turret Rd but is too late?Tauranga City Council is seeking funding for the $82m 15th Ave to Welcome Bay project30 Aug 05:02 PM
New ZealandSocial media fuelling division: District councillorOnline abuse rising in NZ but interactions mainly positive for Gisborne councillors.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful, gentle soul': Rotorua acknowledges death of Kiingi TūheitiaA long-time friend shares his sadness at the news of the king's death.30 Aug 03:39 AM
New ZealandMayor's message to keyboard warriors: Come for a cuppaThe Gisborne Mayor commends Nicola Willis' call to challenge online trolls and abuse.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The heart of Māoridom': Rotorua decides on Māori wardsAbout 60 people came to hear what the decision would be.28 Aug 07:03 AM
New Zealand'Blue highway': Tauranga ferry service still on the cardsA ferry service between Mount Maunganui and Tauranga could be on the way in 2025.28 Aug 05:46 AM
New ZealandGisborne's disaster response earns praise and awards at Local Government NZ eventGisborne's mayor celebrates awards, reflects on the region's frequent severe storms.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Sleeping with the fishes': New boat ramp fees cannedHow much the council collected in two months - and what will be refunded.27 Aug 07:07 AM
KahuNorthland Regional Council keeps Māori seats but pushes back against pollingNorthland Regional Council pushes back against polling27 Aug 05:36 AM
New ZealandFluoride debate: Tauranga seeks extension to deadlineThere was standing room only inside the council chambers.26 Aug 09:30 PM
New Zealand'Another Ihumātao': 100 attend hīkoi against sewerage pipelineA group leader believes so long as iwi are on their land, work nearby cannot begin.26 Aug 04:49 AM
New ZealandGisborne council wins legal battles, but who pays the fines?Environmentalists question if forestry companies or insurance pays penalties.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga City Council to consider fluoridation directiveTauranga’s new council must decide if work to fluoridate the city’s water should continue.23 Aug 07:54 AM
New Zealand'Good shot': Could this region get the first Govt deal?Neighbouring councils are 'ready to go' on a proposal.23 Aug 02:34 AM
New ZealandFarmers, environmentalists differ over draft emission reduction planGisborne council says the draft Emission Reduction Plan is too vague.22 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity newsletter column sparks $7K council investigationTensions rise as independent investigation deems board's email 'unprofessional'.22 Aug 05:17 AM
New ZealandPower to the people: Initiative aimed at reducing region's electricity pricesTairāwhiti leaders plan locally owned renewable grids to combat soaring electricity bills21 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand$164 million Cameron Rd upgrade fails to secure NZTA fundingFunding for the $164m Cameron Rd project in Tauranga has been declined by NZTA.21 Aug 06:35 AM
New Zealand'Stuff off you pathetic little troll': Nicola Willis hits back at abuse, threatsThere is fear a normalised 'toxic environment' will impact female representation.21 Aug 06:19 AM
New Zealand'Punitive': Congestion fees would punish struggling families - councillorA Rotorua councillor says the solution to traffic gridlock is something else entirely.20 Aug 07:04 PM
Kahu'Do the right thing': Northland Māori leader calls on PM to ‘sack’ Act from coalitionPita Tipene said the Kaipara meeting felt unsafe at times.20 Aug 06:30 PM
New ZealandDeputy mayor ‘flabbergasted’ by $4.8 million price tag for crossing'We certainly can’t expect ratepayers to pay for it,' says Bex Johnson.20 Aug 07:32 AM
New Zealand'Locked out': Pipeline protestors met with cameras, fencingA protestor says they are occupying their own land and have no plans to stop.19 Aug 08:42 PM
New ZealandMatanuku Mahuika steps down as Eastland Group chairman after five-year tenureMahuika ends five-year tenure as chairman of Eastland Group.16 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuKaipara ratepayers face $25k bill after Māori ward abolishedThe review is required under new government legislation.15 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandInnovative digital platform funds native planting and pest control on East CoastThe East Coast Exchange has hit a funding milestone for nature work.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity housing provider sought to take on pensioner flatsIt hopes it will lead to better outcomes for its tenants.14 Aug 08:33 PM
New ZealandProtecting paradise: The fresh push to stop rubbish being dumped on a sacred maungaKiri Danielle has cleaned up rubbish dumped on the mountain over the past 12 years.12 Aug 03:03 AM
New ZealandGisborne councillors confused over stricter local alcohol policyCouncillors confused over revised alcohol policy; thought it was to relax, not restrict09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandIwi group gets $30,000 to help with wallaby eradication workThe group is made up of seven iwi wanting to rid their whenua of the pest.09 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandLake Rotokākahi protest: Council injunction bid fails - for nowThe decision came with a 'word of warning' to protesters.08 Aug 05:27 PM
