New ZealandThe race for Wairoa: Long-serving deputy taking on mayor for top jobDeputy Mayor Denise Eaglesome-Karekare has had five terms – now she wants the top job.12 Jun 01:52 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Clark: How AI could improve local governmentOPINION: AI can offer rapid information processing which can be helpful to councillors.11 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandQuorum 'glitch': Councillor absences force submission hearing to pauseThe council says it happens 'very rarely', and the mayor says absences were valid.11 Jun 07:55 PM
New ZealandBurst water main leaves major North Shore suburbs struggling for waterCrews will continue to work on the broken section of water main overnight.11 Jun 09:06 AM
New ZealandRates burden shifts: Muriwai's unexpected valuation surgeAbout 80 of Muriwai's 700 homes were bought out by the council.11 Jun 07:18 AM
New Zealand'Moved around like cattle': Rough sleepers in makeshift CBD camp trespassedThe council says the operation was necessary due to antisocial behaviour.11 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandFrom motel owner to mayoral candidate: Steve Gibson vows to curb Hastings rate risesOne woman he visited in Hastings 'burst into tears' over how hard it was to pay.10 Jun 08:12 PM
New ZealandVandals remove third chicane as Tamahere road safety row intensifiesResidents complained the chicanes were dangerous and installed without consultation.10 Jun 05:50 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris KnoxChris Knox: Why it's time to dump Auckland Council's property valuationsOPINION: Council valuations are a year old on release and don't reflect property values.10 Jun 04:52 AM
New Zealand'We want to stay': Deane pitches China cabin idea but homeless reluctant to leave CBDTiny Deane wants to import cabins from China to house the homeless.09 Jun 09:40 PM
New ZealandWhy Hawke's Bay households will pay more for water by 2026Separate water bills will replace current rates bills.09 Jun 02:22 AM
New ZealandWho is Alex Baker? Wellington's newest mayoral candidate steps upAlex Baker joins the mayoral race, bringing the total candidates to seven.09 Jun 01:36 AM
PoliticsDavid Seymour talks about targeting Māori in social and health policyDavid Seymour explains why he supports Māori charter schools but opposes a Māori Health Authority. Video / NZ HeraldWatch08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandRegional councillor Toi Iti seeks Doug Leeder's seatHe aims to bridge Māori and non-Māori communities on the council.08 Jun 09:06 AM
New ZealandPM Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford make immigration announcementPrime Minister Christopher Luxon alongside Erica Stanfordmakes an immigration announcement. Video / NZ HeraldWatch08 Jun 12:30 AM
New ZealandExcessive heat: Tenant quits lease after apartment hits almost 44CA laptop battery expanded and pot plants died within a day in the extreme heat.06 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandA leaking 'taonga': $15k grant to help save school poolChildren have been learning to swim in the Clive School pool for more than 76 years.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Unsafe levels': Toxic gas concern closes events centre officeRotorua's council is investigating the source and monitoring gas levels.06 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Kick in the guts': Christchurch Mayor on rejected housing planHousing Minister Chris Bishop deferred decisions on three more council recommendations.06 Jun 05:08 AM
New ZealandAuckland Council privacy breach exposes hundreds of email addressesThe email was sent by West Wave Swim School on Friday morning.06 Jun 02:32 AM
New ZealandMayor unapologetic in face of backlash at council's Māori ward videos'It’s no different to having rural wards,' the deputy mayor says to the camera.06 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'They just want to play': Kids miss out as sports field vandalism issue growsA retired cop aims to track down those responsible for damage to his club's grounds. 05 Jun 06:32 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWayne Brown: These are Auckland's three key areas for economic growthOPINION: Rate rises have been kept to half the national average, saving $200m.05 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandBalancing the books: Gisborne councillors debate fairness of new water regulation levyCouncillors opted to absorb costs from the existing water services budget.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Class act': Councillors react to Simpson not contesting Auckland mayoraltyKerrin Leoni doubts Desley Simpson can change Wayne Brown’s leadership style next term.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Right and proper': Rotorua council agrees to return land to whānauCouncillors decided to return the land rather than sell it.04 Jun 10:11 PM
New ZealandBB guns, assaults, and abuse: Bus hub’s security struggles one year after teen’s deathDespite extra security, fear and uncertainty remains. 04 Jun 07:45 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW: Luxon's press secretary resigns amid allegations he recorded sex workersPM's deputy press secretary has resigned after "serious and concerning" allegations were made against him. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Jun 07:12 PM
New ZealandCouncillor: If your name’s on illegally dumped rubbish, a fine could be coming your way'This is exactly the kind of smart, enforceable change our communities need.'04 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Not just a pretty face': Auckland reality TV star to fight crime through local politicsShe advocates for free cat desexing and microchipping in Auckland.04 Jun 03:49 AM
New ZealandRegional council chair not seeking re-electionDoug Leeder joined the council in 2013.04 Jun 03:18 AM
New ZealandOne council to rule them all? Rotorua to explore options with neighboursTauranga mayor backs having the conversation, saying it's time to 'put egos aside'.03 Jun 09:45 PM
New Zealand'Distasteful': Last-ditch legal bid to stop crematorium beside supermarketA crematorium in the middle of the village is a burning issue for some in Havelock North.02 Jun 11:24 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursThis year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.01 Jun 05:05 PM
