New ZealandCalls for action as feral cats impact 14% of East Coast farms Feral cats are estimated to be on 14% of East Coast farms.03 Apr 03:43 AM
New ZealandMayor raises security concerns after abusive messagesThe discussion was prompted by a protester's emotional outburst in a public meeting.02 Apr 10:55 PM
New ZealandStrokes of inspiration? Mayors Mahé and James hit the waterHouseholds could save up to $5000 if councils collaborate on water services.02 Apr 04:03 PM
New ZealandSpeed bumps or no speed bumps? Why not both? $500k for bizarre pedestrian crossing planSpeed bumps will only be included on one side of the crossing. 02 Apr 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Island in the wilderness’: Proposed boundary shift sparks concernResidents say the proposed boundaries ignore local geographic ties.01 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandLegal bid to halt sewerage pipe works fails in Environment CourtThe decision comes less than two weeks since an urgent hearing.01 Apr 06:39 AM
New Zealand'Splits us into two': Willie Apiata hands over Victoria Cross over entitlements issueHe gifted his medal to Veterans Affairs minister Chris Penk in the hope of a law change.01 Apr 01:19 AM
New ZealandBig changes for art gallery and its supportersRenovations are part of the $306m Te Manawataki o Te Papa project.31 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne wastewater treatment plant upgrade one year behind schedule The filters caused a one-year delay in Gisborne's plant upgrade.31 Mar 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘No wait time, no booking, just turn up’: Te Poho-o-Rawiri Marae hosting mobile health clinicA nurse and paramedic staff the monthly clinic kaupapa, called Poua te Ora.28 Mar 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘We will make better decisions’: Mayor on iwi council appointmentsA pōwhiri was held for the three tangata whenua representatives.27 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Tauranga’s water service delivery options have sparked debateCouncil discusses ministerial influence on Tauranga's Local Waters Done Well planning.27 Mar 12:17 AM
New ZealandRotorua water to be fluoridated by FridayThe council will also make two temporary sources of unfluoridated water available.26 Mar 05:33 AM
New ZealandNew automated gate to guard Lake Ōkataina against gold clamThe gate cost $32,669, and was funded by local councils and Biosecurity NZ.26 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Heartstring stuff’: Former politician wants reserve returned to whānau'We think it’s appropriate it comes back to our whānau.'25 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandHow much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' billsThe mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%. 24 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Failed to achieve anything meaningful’: Why councillor won’t seek re-electionRevealed: Which Rotorua councillors say they will – or won't – stand in local election.23 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportAuckland stadium debate: Eden Park’s hosting of councillors comes under scrutinyThe revelations come ahead of a crucial vote on Auckland’s future stadium strategy.22 Mar 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Different boat’: Gisborne Council grapples with speed rule changesThe council's bylaw process complicates implementing the new speed limits.21 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Step backwards’: MP’s equal voting rights bill challengedIwi group leaders argue the bill ignores political disadvantages faced by Māori.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Curly issues’: Judge’s Tarawera decision ‘as soon as possible’A decision on works would be made in weeks rather than months.19 Mar 05:30 AM
New ZealandCommunity groups join forces to aid Gisborne’s rough sleepersGisborne leaders have created plan to support 40 rough sleepers in the region.19 Mar 03:42 AM
New ZealandGisborne’s DrainWise redirects downpipes to prevent sewage spillsThe council removed 25 downpipes from November 2024 to January 31.18 Mar 11:33 PM
New Zealand‘Hungry for customers’: New way for public to have their say plannedCouncil chief executive wants 'customers' at the centre of the organisation's thinking.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLGxit: Another council legs it from LGNZWestern Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer highlighted LGNZ's support for elected members.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTokoroa receives biggest housing boost since the 1970sStrathmore Park is expected to deliver 187 homes in stages.17 Mar 07:26 PM
New ZealandRotorua’s suggested ‘rates swap’ labelled ‘unfair’ by deputy mayorDeputy mayor says it makes district council look like "bad guys" with a rates rise.16 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand$180m retirement village approved under fast-track consent'The economic impacts of the development are significant.'16 Mar 08:09 PM
New Zealand‘Eroding a democracy’: Backlash over community board changesWestern Bay council proposes three boards to improve representation and reduce rates.15 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne highway speed review a ‘relief’ and ‘fantastic news’NZTA will conduct speed reviews on roads with automatic reversals in Gisborne.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Unique, essential’: Locals dismayed as pool hours remain unchangedThe council decided to keep the 7am opening to save on extra costs.13 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandOperation Trolley: Why Rotorua’s top cop says opposition workedPolice positive that many homeless had since referred to agencies. 12 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds sign petition to keep busy stretch of highway 80km/hMayor is urging NZTA for safety improvements on the highway stretch.12 Mar 07:48 PM
New ZealandCouncillor seeks inquiry into commission’s decisionsMayor Mahé Drysdale said focusing on past issues won't help the council progress.12 Mar 04:00 PM
