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Shower fittings and a wash basin were among items stolen.
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Motel use resulted in distrust and disbelief in agencies involved, a lawyer says.
Why Tauranga's new mayor, councillors support industrial rates rises
Tauranga's industrial businesses are paying at least double in rates than residents.
'Get rid of it': Gisborne councillors discuss Grey St trial safety concerns with staff
Protesters demand change as councillors debate Grey St intersection safety issues.
Emergency motel issues 'significantly worse' if contracts end now – Ministry
The Government wants to keep operating them for another year.
Mural magic: Kiwi artists bring life to Gisborne's city centre
Residents 'spruce up' the city’s derelict spaces with paint and scrubbing brushes.
Kaipara councillor wears a Mickey Mouse T-shirt to meetings over 'worrying state of democracy'
The mayor disagrees with the councillor's comments.
'Unsupported allegations': Tauranga mayor backs staff 'targeted' on social media
Social media comments about Tauranga City Council 'unfairly targeted council staff'.
From tired to jazzed up: Gisborne’s main street’s spring clean
Donations include paint, plywood, and supplies, as local artists create a town mural.
Report card: How Rotorua Lakes Council scored over past year
The mayor also shared a message.
'Pretty meaty actions': Hopes for air quality push
Mount industrial businesses have agreed to lower their environmental impact. Is it enough?
Wider, longer alcohol bans could be on the way for Raglan
Huntly, Tuakau, Pōkeno, Mercer and Taupiri could be affected by proposed bylaw changes.
MP Jamie Arbuckle on his ‘darkest day’ and ‘doing the right thing’
NZ First MP has officially stepped back from his Marlborough District Council role.
Te Kautuku pilot project showcases digital infrastructure for regenerative farming
The project redefines land use, integrating digital infrastructure for sustainability.
'A commitment': Meatworker's riverside restoration
Ross Hawthorne and a group of volunteers have already planted 4900 native seedlings.
New $300,000 city sculpture to be revealed
A 7m sculpture inspired by nature and Māori imagery will be unveiled in Tauranga's CBD.
Wellington councillors warned to 'get on with it and behave'
Councillors have met for the first time public since the Crown observer decision.
Call for freedom camping clampdown
Under-fire freedom campers say they do support local businesses on their travels.
Tauranga marine precinct sale ‘unconscionable’, meeting told
The sale of Tauranga's marine precinct for $13.9m has angered fishing businesses.
'Looking after our legacy': What's next in fight to keep out clam invaders
'We’re going to do our best to ensure the danger to our lake and whenua doesn’t get here.'
Sewerage scheme dispute: Fence comes down at tapu lake
Members of the local iwi say they will continue to fight.
'Better off having a free dumping system?': Illegal dumping doubles amid rubbish sticker resales
Gisborne's kerbside rubbish sticker trade online raises fears of illegal dumping.
Regional councillor denies grandstanding claim after meeting removal
Allan Birchfield: 'I’m just trying to do my best for the people who elected me.'
'Voices of the people': Man claims public comments censored
Limiting comments and feedback creates an echo chamber, says resident.
‘Trail of broken promises’: $34m council land sale disappoints hapū
A Tauranga hapū wanted to build homes for its whanau but the land was sold to developers.
Rural families devastated as key bridges lost in Cyclone Gabrielle remain unfunded
Only two of eight cyclone-damaged bridges will be funded; families face ongoing isolation.
Māori ward contenders told ‘do the homework’
'Don’t leave it to the last minute, get your whānau wrapped around you.'
'Grinch' councillor quizzes teen reps on political affiliations
'Are there any [youth] councillors here that may be affiliated with the National Party?'
Gisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz urges voter participation in local elections
Time to invite younger people and make them aware of roles council plays
Tory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'
The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.
Dog walkers slam new rules limiting numbers
Auckland Council plans to limit the number of dogs walked by a person at one time.
Council opts for most expensive option for Southland Museum
A public mood of “just get on and do it”, says councillor.
Mayor rejects conspiracy theory claims
Rising rates and increased council spending proved a hot topic at a public meeting.