Inclusive or undemocratic? Council gives youth decision-making powers
One councillor said the move 'breaches the very basis of our democracy'.
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Watch: Mayor apologises for F-bomb during council meeting
Gary Petley says his language after a tense debate was not directed at anyone.
Cyclone recovery work nears completion in Coromandel
More than $170 million has gone into the Coromandel following the cyclones.
'Hide point': Hastings alleyway closing due to anti-social, criminal activity
Alleyway provided offenders a link for 'decamping from police'.
All-hands Alliance Timaru meeting 'not going to be about beautifying site': Meatworkers Union
Meat co-operative CEO won't comment.
The Country: Todd McClay on trade deal with Emirates
Todd McClay, Kathryn Wright, Mark de Lautour, Jack Cocks, Chris Russell.
Statistics reveal big changes to iwi populations
Iwi data reveals populations have increased by an average of 46% over 10 years.
Mangamuka repairs: Major piling work ends and pre-Christmas reopening planned
SH1 over the Mangamukas in the Far North is on track for a pre-Christmas opening.
Govt agrees ‘in principle’ for Niwa to absorb MetService
Minister says merger would make NZ better equipped to respond to severe weather events.
ECan chair resigns after council car reportedly caught speeding 678 times
Scott's resignation takes effect Friday, when Craig Pauling will be acting chairman.
Police charge 22yo man after fatal vehicle incident in Taupō
The man is due to appear in the Taupō District Court next week.
'Mana-enhancing process': Iwi programme targets 'nitty gritty' of crime
'It’s about being accountable for the offence they’ve committed.'
Mea Motu's world boxing title unification bout off but Aussie opponent lined up instead
Champ stays active after boxing world title unification bout postponed.
The root of the kūmara unearthed in Golden Bay
Research has uncovered the location of the earliest sites of kūmara in Polynesia.
Seafood industry, Greenpeace welcome change to fisheries' camera rules
Changes a compromise for long-time critic of the policy, Fisheries Minister Shane Jones.
Serious injuries after incident at Rotorua address
Emergency services were called to a Ngongotahā address this morning.
Maersk offers new New Zealand-China service in Asia-Oceania container vessel upgrade
A new Northern Star container vessel service starts in Shanghai next month.
Splash Planet countdown begins as tickets go on sale
Splash Planet is ready to go for another summer of fun in Hawke's Bay.
Popular Waikato walk to reopen in time for summer
The walkway in the South Waikato District has been closed for over a year.
Westpac appeal raised $15k-plus for Eastland Rescue Helicopter
Amount shows 'generosity of New Zealanders and how much we all value our chopper crews'
Covid conviction: Court throws out mask-refuser's appeal
Rotorua man convicted and discharged in 2021 still wants the conviction overturned.
The Country Fast Five: What makes Ian Evans proud to be a farmer
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
Teen Tall Fern Pahlyss becomes an All Star
Pahlyss Hokianga, aged just 16, is the youngest to have played for the Tall Ferns.
Tairāwhiti No 2 region on ShakeOut 2024 regional scoreboard
'We’ll be hunting down that top spot again.'
Downed pylon 'an act of incompetence and negligence' – Northland leader
Northland leaders have responded to the energy authority's findings about a downed pylon.
Good thrill hunting: Gisborne course hits the mark
NZ Deerstalkers keen to make training course annual offering
Far North pensioner delighted after 32 feral cats removed from around her flat
32 feral cats removed from Far North pensioner flats
'Urgent' review after hospital security cameras not working for three months
All CCTV cameras were not operating since June this year after months of technical issues.
City could face 'extreme' penalties after fluoride extension denied
Tauranga’s mayor is disappointed the council has been denied an extension to fluoridate.
Cream of the crop: NZ's 10 largest dairy farmers revealed
After a tumultuous decade, some new names have emerged as NZ's biggest dairy farmers.
How cops seized $2m of assets from Mongrel Mob boss before his death
Gangster had properties, classic cars, expensive Harley Davidsons and a $32,000 holiday.
Lights, camera, action! Far North's next generation of film-makers show their work
Te Hiku School Film Festival showcases Far North student movies.