The council says it will strongly oppose candidate Robert Lee's case.

The new name is intended to fit more easily on a ticket.

A public session to learn more about the Picton ferry terminal upgrade was held this week.

Bentley says the mayor's actions on Thursday were the final straw.

The area suffered severe flooding in July last year.

The resignation came after a decision to discuss a controversial bill in private

Rotorua MP says 'throw it in the rubbish bin'.

Waiariki MP Rawiri Waititi says he backs the 'brave and progressive' bill.

Parties say no decisions made but local MP 'extremely' worried.

Problem Gambling Foundation says harmful gambling affects every aspect of a person's life.

But others have welcomed the ruling on the district's governance model.

Tribal leader dismisses calls for a referendum on co-governance

One local MP voted for it, and another against.

The lawyer's presence at the almost six-hour meeting cost ratepayers more than $10,000.

If the bill does not pass by June 1, it will not apply to this year's local election

Transitional housing is in demand and getting one can be frustrating for large families.

Rotorua's council is pushing for an electoral law change. How did we get here?

Kāinga Ora says the four empty houses are awaiting demolition.

"Co-governance is basically the antithesis of democracy," organisers say.

Rioting, street racing, threats and intimidation have left residents living in fear.

'We're scared people are going to take it too far,' one resident says

The council says it is safer for the Safe City Guardians than walking through.

A mayoral candidate says it's a waste of time and money.

Cost to ratepayers offset by benefits to retailers, council agrees.

Councillor: "We've got to avoid falling into the trap of fighting the previous war."

Auckland could take Whangārei's excess water once oil refinery closes

A local business says the stench is another challenge on top of Covid-19.

Steve Chadwick says her infection reinforces the need for vaccination.