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Opinion: 'Problematic decisions' - Wellington's council has stopped listening to residents
OPINION: 'Many people support cycleways - just not the council’s approach to them'.
The observer: Who has the chops to rein in Wellington City Council?
Several names have been floated as potential candidates to sort out the 'shambles'.
Simeon Brown on appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown on appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
David Seymour on Crown observer for Wellington City Council
Act leader David Seymour on the Government appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
Tory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'
The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.
Photos reveal the grim reality of squatting in Wellington's derelict buildings
Personal items can be seen amid floors covered with rubbish and graffiti on walls.
Watch: 'Must do better' – Mayor says tough decisions ahead after Government appoints observer
The Government is to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council.
Opinion: Angry Wellington ratepayers vindicated as Government steps in
Advice raises concerns about financial mismanagement and Wellingtonians being overcharged.
Simeon Brown appoints Crown observer
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has decided to place a Crown observer on Wellington City Council following its decision to reopen its long-term plan. Video / NZ Herald
Simon Wilson: What's the difference between Wayne Brown and Tory Whanau?
OPINION: The Auckland and Wellington mayors have more in common than you might think.
Simeon Brown receives advice on government interventions at Wellington City Council
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has received advice from officials on potential government interventions at Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
Advice on Govt intervention at Wellington City Council lands with Simeon Brown
Meanwhile, Tory Whanau is aiming to 'share the pain' with her budget cuts.
Who is challenging Tory Whanau for Wellington’s mayoralty?
High-profile names have been rumoured, with one prominent Wellingtonian not ruling it out.
School 'appalled' council roadworks will coincide with exams
Roadworks on Thorndon Quay have already been blamed for the closure of Bordeaux Bakery.
Opinion: Should Govt run a mile from Tory Whanau's 'shambles' council?
Simeon Brown says official advice on potential Government intervention is just days away.
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau claims Govt intervention not discussed in meeting with minister
The mayor went into the meeting adamant any outside intervention was unnecessary.
'Haven't broken the law': Wellington councillors challenge Govt intervention threat
Wellington City councillors have emerged from an urgent meeting this afternoon.
'Absolutely not a shambles': Defiant Tory Whanau insists Wellington council will be fine
Meanwhile, an urgent meeting has been called for all councillors this afternoon.
Wellington council to meet urgently after government intervention threat
Wellington city councillors will hold an urgent meeting after government threats.
Wellington City Council woes: How did it all go so wrong?
The Government has set its sights on sorting out Wellington City Council.
Ryan Bridge: Capital punishment – do Tory and her council need Govt training wheels?
OPINION: What Wellington needs to learn is a lesson the hard way.
Wellington council warned airport could request money for expansion plan
If the council is called on and cannot provide capital, its shareholding could be diluted.
Act leader David Seymour on issues with the Wellington City Council
Act leader David Seymour speaks about issues with the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
Opinion: Watch out Tory, there is a real risk Govt will intervene at Wellington council
OPINION: Tory Whanau should be worried by ministers calling her council a shambles.
Christopher Luxon and Simeon Brown on Wellington City Council
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Local Government Minister Simeon Brown commenting on Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
'A shambles': Nicola Willis says Govt watching Wellington City Council very closely
The Finance Minister says the council doesn't appear to be very functional.
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau discusses potential budget cuts after the failed airport shares sale.
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau discusses potential budget cuts after the failed airport shares sale. Video / Mark Mitchell
'Everything's on the table': Tory Whanau on budget cuts after airport sale failure
The mayor says the council's ground leases could be sold or social housing reduced.
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau Joins Nick Mills for In-Depth Discussion
Watch as Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau joins Nick Mills for an engaging hour of conversation.
'Stop talking badly about our city': Tory Whanau rejects call for govt intervention
Wellington's mayor admits losing the airport shares sale vote was a setback.
‘Chaos and confusion’: Wellington council votes to stop controversial airport sale
The sale has divided the council and cost the mayor crucial support.
Opinion: Tory Whanau's mayoralty damaged by toxic airport sale
OPINION: It’s difficult to see how Wellington's Mayor comes out of the saga looking good.
Legal action, cones and speed bumps: The road that closed Bordeaux Bakery
Thorndon Quay is one of the most important commuter routes for Wellingtonians.