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Political Roundup: Newshub's collapse and shifting into a PR democracy of distrust

OPINION: There’s also a likely big winner from the demise of Newshub.

Stricter air quality rules coming for Mount Maunganui after court ruling

The Environment Court began processing appeals in 2020.

Community leader disappointed at renewal of bottle shop's liquor licence

A liquor shop next to an alcohol-free-zoned park gets its licence renewed - here's why.

Whanganui mayor reflects on iwi relations since occupation

'I’m here to celebrate what [the protesters] did. That’s the difference.'

Pot plants in potholes: 'Creative' ploy to get road fixed successful

It comes after roundabout grass was baled by a rogue farmer in the same community.

Ōhakune housing development scuppered with Kāinga Ora withdrawal

Ngāti Rangi says the decision is a major setback for the community.

Failed bid to have newly elected council monitored revealed

But those behind it are considering trying again.

'Reopening the conversation': Sale of Napier’s $65m of council houses back on the table

Council may about-turn on its decision not to sell its community housing.

Representative Groups – are they worth it?

OPINION: Kinloch Group member Pat Kane says the group would add value to the community.

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.'