PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisOpinion: How Auckland's bureaucracy stifles stadium innovationThey want $300m, with half spent over 10 years, for the development.30 Apr 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Never seen it this bad': Town's flood fears as residents sandbag homes Nick Reid’s property is under immediate threat from the floodwaters.30 Apr 10:07 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Has Nicola Willis used a scalpel or a saw?OPINON: The scale of cuts feel like we are going to get close to nicking the bone.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'No apologies': Luxon bullish on fast-tracking seabed mining applicationThe Prime Minister praised Whanganui's council during a visit to the district.30 Apr 04:14 AM
New Zealand‘Focus on the essentials’: Minister's message for Tauranga councilSimon Watts emphasised the need for councils to deliver the basics well.30 Apr 02:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Butchered': Pruning of pōhutukawa in reserve sparks outrageThe council condemned the act, saying it harms the environment and community.29 Apr 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tory Whanau made the right call to not seek re-electionOPINON: Whanau became a lighting rod nationally for the failures of local government.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe cause of the milky stream at Guthrie Park 'The repair was completed on Monday afternoon by a Hastings council contractor.'29 Apr 03:51 AM
New Zealand'Still a contest': Little not taking Wellington mayoralty for grantedWhanau says she's giving Little a clear run, but he says the election isn't a done deal.29 Apr 02:11 AM
New ZealandCrane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marinaThe barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.28 Apr 08:58 PM
New ZealandMotorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-RotoruaA widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New Zealand'Zero facilities': Pensioners fear proposed 30% rates hikeThe Johnsons' rates could rise to more than $3500 a year.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCity to Sea bridge lobby group claim council's demolition decision flawedThe Wellington Civic Trust is challenging the council's demolition plan in the High Court.28 Apr 06:07 AM
BusinessAuckland unit owner fined $7k for 'unsightly' bird feedingNeighbour gave evidence of droppings and effect of those on his use, enjoyment of place.27 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: MMP system failing to serve NZ's majorityOPINION: Critics argue MMP leads to disproportionate influence by fringe parties.26 Apr 02:00 AM
New Zealand'There was a breakout': Herd of cows go for a dip in Napier estuaryFarm staff used kayaks to bring the curious heifers back, after they lifted a gate hinge.25 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandNapier council's new barriers frustrating fishermen: 'The beachfront is being closed off'Timber barriers are appearing along Marine Parade to stop vehicles.25 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand Two recycling workers tried to put out North Shore blaze until it 'exploded'It's believed the fire was likely caused by lithium batteries. 24 Apr 11:13 PM
New Zealand‘Disgusting’: Cow guts dumped by beach highwayA cyclist found the cattle remains near Te Ahiaua Reserve on Tuesday morning.24 Apr 05:27 AM
OpinionNZ needs adaptive planning, not immediate fixes after stormsOPINION: Ex-Cyclone Tam left thousands without power and caused widespread flooding.24 Apr 02:01 AM
New ZealandIt's not the owning of a cannon that's important, it's what you choose to do with itWhen a council's rare cannon fell into disrepair, the community stepped up.23 Apr 11:10 PM
New ZealandTararua mayor set to be challenged for top spot by a councillorTracey Collis is facing a challenge for the top position from Scott Gilmore.23 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandSpeed limit proposal dropped on Rotorua highway after community pushOther successful reversals to 100km/h include the journey to Whakatāne.23 Apr 08:01 AM
New Zealand'Too important to fail': Govt, regional council commit millions to protect Whirinaki from floodsThe redesigned project now costs $23m, down from over $34m, allowing progress.23 Apr 04:03 AM
New ZealandBlisters force Jack on to bike for Māori wards journey He plans to cycle back after blisters halted his walk.23 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Owners want to do the right thing': Northland trust fights dog overpopulationThe trust has helped desex almost 400 dogs since 2023 but demand is surging.23 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Incompetence': Reserve neighbour slates delay to fell rotting treeHe says it shouldn't have taken him 'jumping up and down' to have it cut down.21 Apr 11:20 PM
New Zealand'This is great': Hapū wins fight to protect sacred land and treesThe controversial 93-home development at Onoke Heights, Te Kamo, is now at a dead end. 19 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandResidents protest at rates on cyclone-affected landsWairoa residents see property values halved, yet face higher rates.19 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy storm batters Auckland, Luxon heads to the UK as Easter show begins | NZ Herald News UpdateHeavy weather hit Auckland to begin the weekend, as the Prime Minister heads to the UK then Gallipoli for Anzac Day.Watch18 Apr 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: How Labour walked away from Tory Whanau and backed Andrew LittleOPINION: In 2022, Labour quietly backed Tory Whanau. Now they want her gone.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSigns of disagreement: Hundertwasser centre seeks better highway advertisingThe Hundertwasser Art Centre is not easy to find, with no signs on SH1 directing tourists.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Inaction is not an option’: Mum wants neighbour’s tree removed after Cyclone Tam frightGirl, 10, and nanny had lucky escape when part of a tree fell on a car they'd just exited.18 Apr 01:56 AM
KahuLand lease problems scupper plan for iwi-council centreThe parties will now pursue separate developments in Manāia.17 Apr 03:13 AM
