New ZealandGisborne's speed limit changes under threat as Govt shifts gearsGisborne implemented reduced speed limits in July, supported by public consultation.21 Nov 03:14 AM
New Zealand'Grabbing his shotgun': Council granted injunction after threats, abuse reportedLocal Democracy Reporting obtained the decision through the court.21 Nov 01:22 AM
New Zealand'Feel the wairua': $300k sculpture by Rotorua artist unveiled in Tauranga CBDA 7-tonne sculpture by a has been unveiled in Tauranga's Red Square.21 Nov 01:02 AM
New ZealandShould over 65s get free parking? Petition presented to Hastings councilHastings council to consider free parking for Super Gold cardholders after one man's push.20 Nov 09:09 PM
New Zealand'The deal sucks': MPs seek Auditor-General inquiry into marine precinct saleTauranga City Council is investigating its sale of the precinct to a developer.20 Nov 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Backlash': City-centre business faces drop in sales after road changes'The business is no longer viable yet I have two years left on my lease'.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Urgent' issue for business travellers revealed in Rotorua surveyRotorua Airport and Air NZ say they are working to address challenges.15 Nov 04:00 PM
Talanoa'Very, very grateful': Former students offer to donate kidney to teacherA community leader and educator was stunned to see former students step forward.15 Nov 04:34 AM
New ZealandNew design plans wanted for Tauranga’s $105m aquatic centreTauranga City Council has paused plans for the $105m Memorial Park aquatic facility15 Nov 03:01 AM
New ZealandCouncillors opt for higher fees at Kiwa Pools, citing public preferenceKiwa Pools to raise entry fee as 53% prefer higher charges over lower rates.14 Nov 03:45 AM
KahuStudents inspired at first te reo Māori immersion careers workshopAbout 8000 students have been through the Inspiring the Future programme.13 Nov 08:17 PM
New ZealandFrom adversity to opportunity: Puketawai Marae’s journey post-cyclonePuketawai Marae, hit hard by Cyclone Gabrielle, plans to shift to safer, higher ground.13 Nov 02:14 AM
New Zealand'Where's our observer?' Crown appointee absent for first Wellington council meetingLindsay McKenzie starts in the role today, commuting between Nelson and Wellington.12 Nov 09:46 PM
New ZealandCouncillor slams new Rotorua sports strategyThe mayor says she is 'disappointed' with one councillor's position.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Scandalous': Former TV host questions $29m Rotorua lake sewerage scheme claimsThe council apologised for inaccurate information and explained its analysis.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPresentation to offer wastewater discharge solutions for RaglanCouncil proposal has been put together after years of community consultation and research.08 Nov 08:41 PM
New ZealandVandalism, graffiti hit popular South Auckland playgroundsVandals have struck repeatedly at more than a dozen community play areas in recent months.08 Nov 06:45 AM
New ZealandCommissioner reveals when emergency motels decision dueSpecial hearing: Govt wants consents extended but others want most or all denied.08 Nov 05:36 AM
New Zealand'A sign of the times': Gisborne councillors discuss changing sealed roads to unsealed to manage road budgetPolicy needed as Gisborne council plans unsealed roads; public meetings to discuss impact.08 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandPredator-free programme on ice due to lack of fundsAn ambitious project to rid Southland of pests has been put on hold amid financial issues.08 Nov 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Waste of money': Should more than $500k in unused rates have been refunded?A majority in the community wanted the money back, but the council chose to reallocate it.07 Nov 09:45 PM
New ZealandDrugs, theft, safety fears: Tourism village's emergency housing motel impactsPeople of Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village have welcomed visitors for 200+ years.07 Nov 02:16 AM
New ZealandThieves, vandals target pools: Showers, basin stolenShower fittings and a wash basin were among items stolen.07 Nov 12:58 AM
New ZealandEmergency housing: 'Battle-weary' Rotorua residents tell of distressMotel use resulted in distrust and disbelief in agencies involved, a lawyer says.06 Nov 10:45 PM
New ZealandWhy Tauranga's new mayor, councillors support industrial rates risesTauranga's industrial businesses are paying at least double in rates than residents.06 Nov 09:16 PM
New Zealand'Get rid of it': Gisborne councillors discuss Grey St trial safety concerns with staffProtesters demand change as councillors debate Grey St intersection safety issues.06 Nov 03:38 AM
New ZealandEmergency motel issues 'significantly worse' if contracts end now – MinistryThe Government wants to keep operating them for another year.05 Nov 04:05 PM
New ZealandMural magic: Kiwi artists bring life to Gisborne's city centreResidents 'spruce up' the city’s derelict spaces with paint and scrubbing brushes.05 Nov 04:12 AM
New ZealandKaipara councillor wears a Mickey Mouse T-shirt to meetings over 'worrying state of democracy'The mayor disagrees with the councillor's comments.04 Nov 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Unsupported allegations': Tauranga mayor backs staff 'targeted' on social mediaSocial media comments about Tauranga City Council 'unfairly targeted council staff'.04 Nov 04:13 AM
New ZealandFrom tired to jazzed up: Gisborne’s main street’s spring cleanDonations include paint, plywood, and supplies, as local artists create a town mural.01 Nov 04:07 AM
New ZealandReport card: How Rotorua Lakes Council scored over past yearThe mayor also shared a message.01 Nov 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Pretty meaty actions': Hopes for air quality pushMount industrial businesses have agreed to lower their environmental impact. Is it enough?31 Oct 08:17 PM
New ZealandWider, longer alcohol bans could be on the way for RaglanHuntly, Tuakau, Pōkeno, Mercer and Taupiri could be affected by proposed bylaw changes.31 Oct 07:50 PM
