PremiumPremiumOpinionMark Thomas: Why Auckland needs a bold new agenda for growthOPINION: Auckland’s Future Fund aims to reduce reliance on rates for infrastructure.25 Mar 07:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Harman: Power struggle defines Auckland-Wellington relationsProject Auckland: Under Brown, the council has clawed some power back from Wellington.25 Mar 04:00 PM
Project Auckland‘Become NZ’s most efficient’: Port CEO on driving Auckland’s economic futureWhat must Auckland do to help the port fulfil its potential? 25 Mar 03:59 PM
Project AucklandWatercare reveals $13.8b plan for Auckland infrastructure overhaulWatercare unveils its more-than- 1000-project business plan.25 Mar 03:59 PM
OpinionViv Beck: Growth and safety the keys to Auckland’s vibrant futureTokyo, with 37 million people, is dubbed the safest city globally.25 Mar 03:59 PM
New ZealandBoil water notice for Woodville after rodent droppings found on reservoir raftersResidents should boil water for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth.25 Mar 01:01 AM
New Zealand‘Worst I’ve seen’: Tyre specialist stunned at damage from roadworks, dozens of cars affectedMore than 30 people have already called the council to request help.24 Mar 11:54 PM
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
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBonfire of the authorities: How Govt's planning reforms will impact councils - and youThe Government promises to dramatically liberalise planning rules.24 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Helipad’ on plans but council says no chopper application soughtThe word 'helipad' is on approved plans but the council says no landing rights are sought.24 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandRoadworks chip away at Napier carsOne driver said they had eight windscreen chips and paint chips all over the bonnet.24 Mar 12:37 AM
New Zealand'I want to get Wairoa back on its feet’: Mayor stands for a fifth termLittle says flood mitigation and roading are key priorities for the district.23 Mar 11:00 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
New ZealandWinston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' addressWinston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' address in Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Mar 02:55 AM
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 ZealandHeathrow Airport on fire, Western Springs Speedway revs up for a final lap | NZ Herald News UpdateHeathrow Airport is closed due to a fire breaking out. PM Luxon has touched back down on home soil after a productive trip to India. Western Springs Speedway closes its doors.Watch21 Mar 07:53 PM
New ZealandBrakes pumped on SH3 speed limit increase'The minister and NZTA have heard us.'21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo backing down for Napier health services protestA Napier health services protest rally will start on Sunday at 1pm, at the Sound Shell.21 Mar 02:57 AM
New ZealandWater-saving efforts: Dargaville adapts to severe drought measuresDargaville's water use dropped by 166,000 litres a day under level-four restrictions.20 Mar 10:00 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 ZealandGreen shoots: Hundertwasser Art Centre hopes to arrest its financial lossesThe centre had 13,000 visitors in the last six months of 2024 and 12,500 this year.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCar wreck left on Havelock North hill for months: ‘Someone will get squashed’The hatchback came off the road coming down the peak on December 20, 2024.20 Mar 02:12 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyS&P cuts councils' credit ratings - will their borrowing costs rise?Strength of Local Government Funding Agency counters risks. 18 Mar 04:56 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
PoliticsJesus ‘very well might support Act’: David SeymourThe party would endorse a mayoral candidate if Christ hypothetically came back to stand.17 Mar 10:35 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 ZealandPrime Minister's India trip and Act reveals local body election move | NZ Herald News UpdateNarendra Modi calls for Christopher Luxon's support to address anti-India activities in New Zealand and Act reveals it is looking for candidates to run in local body elections.Watch17 Mar 06:09 PM
Politics‘Time for a clean-out’: Act reveals major election moveDavid Seymour is expected to speak to media later about the announcement.17 Mar 04:00 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 ZealandThree to tango: Council pitching multi-council water delivery'Time is going to go fast. We need to hear from you.'16 Mar 04:00 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 Zealand‘Roaming freely’: Dogs linked to spate of kiwi deaths in Bay of IslandsConservation groups are frustrated by ongoing kiwi deaths in the area.15 Mar 08:12 PM
New Zealand‘Battered and bullied’: Ex-council boss ends five-year pool battle with councilCouple reached a confidential agreement days before a Supreme Court hearing.15 Mar 08:00 PM
