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Future of Raetihi recycling facility left in limbo
Residents must wait six weeks for a recycling station decision.
Myanmar deadly earthquake, health sector woes, Australian election begins | NZ Herald News Update
A devastating earthquake shook Myanmar and surrounding countries late last night. The NZ health sector continues to struggle, Israel continues bombing Israel despite ceasefire.
Matthew Hooton: RMA finally being fixed after 30 wasted years
OPINION: Chris Bishop built a team that has succeeded where his predecessors failed.
Cabinet blocks Bishop's plan to zone for 540,000 new Auckland homes
Housing Minister Chris Bishop's audacious proposal for new housing was overruled.
‘I want to keep the pressure on’ - Wayne Brown says he has unfinished business
Wayne Brown says Auckland still needs him.
Live: ‘NZ’s national stadium’: Eden Park wins showdown with waterfront, Helen Clark slams move
The vote saw the rival Quay Park waterfront stadium proposal miss out.
$1.3b Future Fund: A new era for Auckland’s financial strategy
The Future Fund will return $68m annually, $42m more than airport shares.
Hastings CBD railway plan: Business says it's time to bring cars back
The total cost of the project will be $3.45m, with $2.8m paid by the council.
Council cautioned against Māori ward bias
A councillor wanted the Māori ward referendum labelled as discriminatory.
Kerikeri could almost double with new plan out on how to deal with the growth
Draft plan to manage growth in Kerikeri and Waipapa, public urged to give feedback.
Rotorua water to be fluoridated by Friday
The council will also make two temporary sources of unfluoridated water available.
Opinion: Why congestion charging is key to Auckland’s growth
Congestion costs Auckland between $900 million and $1.3 billion annually.
Horror Christchurch rental: Landlord agrees to pay $13k to vulnerable tenants
The rental had a leaking roof and gutters which overflowed into the dining room.
Mark Thomas: Why Auckland needs a bold new agenda for growth
OPINION: Auckland’s Future Fund aims to reduce reliance on rates for infrastructure.
Richard Harman: Power struggle defines Auckland-Wellington relations
Project Auckland: Under Brown, the council has clawed some power back from Wellington.
Viv Beck: Growth and safety the keys to Auckland’s vibrant future
Tokyo, with 37 million people, is dubbed the safest city globally.
Watercare reveals $13.8b plan for Auckland infrastructure overhaul
Watercare unveils its more-than- 1000-project business plan.
‘Become NZ’s most efficient’: Port CEO on driving Auckland’s economic future
What must Auckland do to help the port fulfil its potential?
Boil water notice for Woodville after rodent droppings found on reservoir rafters
Residents should boil water for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth.
‘Worst I’ve seen’: Tyre specialist stunned at damage from roadworks, dozens of cars affected
More than 30 people have already called the council to request help.
How much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' bills
The mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%.
Bonfire of the authorities: How Govt's planning reforms will impact councils - and you
The Government promises to dramatically liberalise planning rules.
‘Helipad’ on plans but council says no chopper application sought
The word 'helipad' is on approved plans but the council says no landing rights are sought.
Roadworks chip away at Napier cars
One driver said they had eight windscreen chips and paint chips all over the bonnet.
'I want to get Wairoa back on its feet’: Mayor stands for a fifth term
Little says flood mitigation and roading are key priorities for the district.
‘Failed to achieve anything meaningful’: Why councillor won’t seek re-election
Revealed: Which Rotorua councillors say they will – or won't – stand in local election.
Winston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' address
Winston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' address in Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald