Huntly, Tuakau, Pōkeno, Mercer and Taupiri could be affected by proposed bylaw changes.

NZ First MP has officially stepped back from his Marlborough District Council role.

The project redefines land use, integrating digital infrastructure for sustainability.

Ross Hawthorne and a group of volunteers have already planted 4900 native seedlings.

A 7m sculpture inspired by nature and Māori imagery will be unveiled in Tauranga's CBD.

Councillors have met for the first time public since the Crown observer decision.

Under-fire freedom campers say they do support local businesses on their travels.

The sale of Tauranga's marine precinct for $13.9m has angered fishing businesses.

'We’re going to do our best to ensure the danger to our lake and whenua doesn’t get here.'

Allan Birchfield: 'I’m just trying to do my best for the people who elected me.'

Limiting comments and feedback creates an echo chamber, says resident.

A Tauranga hapū wanted to build homes for its whanau but the land was sold to developers.

Only two of eight cyclone-damaged bridges will be funded; families face ongoing isolation.

'Don’t leave it to the last minute, get your whānau wrapped around you.'

'Are there any [youth] councillors here that may be affiliated with the National Party?'

Time to invite younger people and make them aware of roles council plays

The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.

Auckland Council plans to limit the number of dogs walked by a person at one time.

The Government is to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council.

The council will look at options for 7th Ave, which became a cul-de-sac last May.

'A knight in shining armour' came to save the day.

'We have learnt much from the cyclones and are determined to keep improving,' CEO says.

Iwi seeks return of land, stressing the importance of re-establishing its mana.

"You could say ‘well, go to another pool’, but those are ... very uniquely different."

Her council will refuse to take back maintenance of three detour routes if road is tolled.

Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.

The New Zealand Geographic Board met on the name change yesterday.

The Olympic rowing champion says he wants more safety assurances.

'The demand experienced was unusual so early in spring,' drinking water manager says.

Petition trying to stop a rainbow pedestrian crossing in Tauranga set to be presented.