New ZealandTauranga mayoral race: Q&A with Tanya Bamford-KingLocal Democracy Reporting asked the 15 mayoral candidates their thoughts on four topics.21 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga mayoral race: Q&A with Jos NagelsLocal Democracy Reporting asked the 15 mayoral candidates their thoughts on four topics.21 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua CBD crime: What the latest police data showsSix months ago, a safety hub opened in the CBD - has it made a difference to crime stats?20 Jun 05:02 PM
New ZealandGisborne Study launched to track virus in shellfish after sewage spillsGisborne Council to study shellfish safety after wet weather sewage spills20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandConcern Gisborne council resource planning effort will be superseded by reformsFeds concerned Gisborne council resource planning effort will be superseded by reforms.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga mayoral race: Q&A with Donna HannahLocal Democracy Reporting asked the 15 mayoral candidates their thoughts on four topics.20 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga mayoral race: Q&A with Andrew CaieLocal Democracy Reporting asked the 15 mayoral candidates their thoughts on four topics.20 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga mayoral race: Q&A with Anthony GoddardLocal Democracy Reporting asked the 15 mayoral candidates their thoughts on four topics.20 Jun 01:37 AM
New ZealandRotorua Museum restoration secures extra funding, construction set to startA project years in the making, the museum is set to be humming with activity very soon.19 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'We'll f***ing kill you': Claims of death threat in clash over sacred lakeThe response: 'You're gonna take that tapu home with you'17 Jun 10:09 PM
New ZealandFormer PM calls out Kāinga Ora criticisms, says it has been 'unfairly targeted''I think there's been a bit of a beat-up here.'17 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandDancing diary: personalities revealed and bones left intact during week sixWhat an eclectic bunch of dancers we are.14 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne council debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costsCouncil debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costs.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTop teen skateboarder stoked as council does a 180 on new skateparkHe dreams of being able to train and compete on a smooth surface in his hometown.13 Jun 05:30 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay’s draft rates rises ‘unaffordable’ – ratepayersMayor says council has done its best to keep increases as low as possible.13 Jun 02:26 AM
New ZealandGisborne debates Ormond Rd safety amid heavy truck concernsNZTA is to consider Gisborne road funding in an upcoming review.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayor Stoltz fights for Kiwibank’s return to GisborneMayor Rehette Stoltz is concerned about Gisborne losing Kiwibank's physical presence.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSpeed limits to be lowered around 21 Tauranga schoolsThe 40km/h limits will apply around pick-up and drop-off times.10 Jun 11:59 PM
New ZealandSewerage scheme decision drives up rates riseSkatepark, elder housing, aquatics: What council decided in 10-year plan deliberations.10 Jun 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Highly debated' holiday rental charge gets green-lightBut some hosts could pay thousands less than first proposed.09 Jun 07:52 PM
New ZealandCouncil spends millions on wastewater, stormwater improvementsDrainWise programme aims to curb Gisborne sewage overflows.07 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hell of a lot better': Millions more in council money for sewerage schemeRatepayers will pay a greater share to reduce costs for households involved in the scheme.07 Jun 01:02 AM
New ZealandFull within 10 years: Council debates future burial solutions as Gisborne cemetery fills upTaruheru Cemetery is expected to reach full capacity within the next 10 years.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We should be really worried': Gisborne to fight NZTA planNZTA may cut emergency event funding, raising local concerns.05 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuReturning city land to mana whenua marks ‘exciting new relationship’Returning land in central Tauranga to mana whenua has resolved a long-standing grievance.04 Jun 09:23 PM
New ZealandRotorua Lakes Council seeks injunction to stop Tarawera scheme interferenceCouncil says legal action follows interference with construction of $29m scheme.01 Jun 08:48 PM
New ZealandGive it a go: Controversial Grey St trial backed by council'I think we should just soldier on and see where it lands.': District councillor31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommuter ferry could set sail in TaurangaAuckland water taxi company is prepared to build two ferries if council subsidises fares.27 May 07:57 PM
KahuGisborne mayor opposes bill on Māori wards, says region should be exemptGisborne mayor speaks out over Māori wards bill, says region should be exempt.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone debris clogs pipes in new Worsley St homes, GisborneNew Kāinga Ora homes in Gisborne face plumbing issues due to debris from cyclones.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDancing Diary: Who would have thought stepping would be so tricky?OPINION: This week has been a struggle.24 May 04:45 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle aftermath: Tairāwhiti residents still cut offBridge-less Tairāwhiti residents grapple with isolation amid heavy rains.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommission pushes on for taller buildings in Mount MaunganuiCommissioners reject recommendation from independent panel.23 May 01:00 AM