Far North news in brief: Child Cancer appeal, fibre furthered, water restrictions continue
News snippets from the Far North.
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Paula Bennett confirms she is eyeing up Auckland mayoralty
Wayne Brown: Local government shouldn't be a dumping ground for failed politicians.
Council non-compliant with own policy after borrowing $30m
Auditors won't be knocking on the door any time soon, though.
Splash Centre’s recreational facility set to reopen
The centre has undergone a month of renovations.
'An ugly thing': Maōri groups divided over planned Auckland waterfront marae
A long-held desire to build a marae in Te Atatū is closer after the local board votes.
'Cross': Tolley says she did not have 'anything to do with' disinviting election event speaker
A council executive says she made the call to change the event speaker – and stands by it.
Kerbside recycling service taking shape
“If you have a party one weekend, you can put out three crates of glass.”
Abuse and 'weaponised misogyny' create security risks for councillors
Misinformation and personal attacks rampant online, say council officials.
Will new ministers push back over 'incoherent' $16.5m plan to stop Milford Sound over-tourism?
Tourism Minister says some of the Milford Opportunities Project plans are 'incoherent'.
'Great concern': Mayor's worry for people using congested SH2 as new route delayed
'You do it one day and it takes one hour and the next day it takes two hours, it's hard.'
Far North folk asked how they want to be represented on council
The Far North's review is a chance for people to say how they want to be represented.
'Fiddly works': Sarjeant redevelopment delayed
Finding sufficient labour is 'proving to be quite challenging'.
Residents taking legal action against Auckland Council over land dispute
Kāinga Ora is is reapplying to build a 68-unit complex in Auckland's Blockhouse Bay.
Credit outlook worsens for NZ councils
S&P Global says the ratings outlook for several local councils has worsened.
Search underway to replace council CEO with 45 years' experience
Waipa District Council needs to replace its long-serving chief executive.
Loads of rubbish: New waste rules outlined by council
Proposals went to public consultation this week.
Council cans ratepayer leader's speech invitation after critical survey
'I just don’t know what the hell’s going on.'
'Fobbed off': Man injured on 'horrible' track calls for safety changes
Peter Rawstron says the Waiere Stream is popular but dangerous.
Sea lion pups' presence closes Dunedin roads
The road closure will stay in place until the sea lions have moved on.
Mayors 'frustrated' by Three Waters repeal - warn of double figure rates increases
One Mayor warns they are now facing 4 years of 14 percent rate rises
Council under fire over missing macrons in report
Mana whenua have requested Invercargill Council do better with the use of macrons.
New recycling rules in force for Taupō District
Contractors will now be rejecting non-confirming items left in recycling bins.
Rates shake-up: Nearly 90 per cent of submitters oppose HBRC proposal
A proposal which will hit the pockets of homeowners receives heavy opposition.
East Coast's forestry nightmare: One year after Cyclone Gabrielle
More than 160,000 tonnes of debris have been removed but foresters have a bigger worry.
'I'm sorry': Wellington council backtracks on pool and library cuts
One resident was brought to tears during the marathon council meeting.
Mighty row over large-scale housing development in quiet river valley
"They don't want the river or the haven to be harmed."
‘Overwhelming' resistance: Residents want city to trim $4.75b budget
The city needs that money to fund proposed projects over 10 years.
'There is a huge risk to life': Mangawhai surf club temporary set-up takes toll
With a slip closing Mangawhai's surf clubhouse, it takes longer to get to rescues.
Labour’s warning to ratepayers as Govt lays out Three Waters replacement
The Government claims its plan is the most efficient way to deliver reform.
Govt to repeal Three Waters reforms
Coalition government set to repeal Three Waters this week.
'Tough call': About 40 Warehouse staff to find new roles as central site closes
"Our main focus right now is making sure they’re taken care of." - Warehouse boss.
Lawyer in court after failing to pay $2 parking fee after meter not working
The council claims he should have found a meter that worked.
Deemed too risky: ‘Crucial’ housing plans delayed 10 years
The housing development is expected to offer homes for 15,500 people.
John MacDonald: I didn’t buy Three Waters, now I’ve got non-buyer’s remorse
Opinion: Do we really think local authorities can fix the problems?