New ZealandCallouts for dog attacks on other animals going upRoaming dogs responsible for more than a thousand attacks on other animals each year.19 Apr 12:05 AM
New ZealandPaws-itively amazing career in animal servicesBetty Hall was once told by a teacher she would never get a job after finishing school.18 Apr 10:46 PM
New ZealandWhat are Waikato councils proposing in their LTPs?Councils across New Zealand started their Long Term Plan discussions.18 Apr 06:30 PM
New ZealandOlympian Mahé Drysdale weighs joining election race: 'There’s opportunity there'The grandson of Sir Bob Owens already has a family member in the race.18 Apr 05:03 PM
New ZealandWellington's controversial heritage flats could be bowled for student accommodationThe eyesore building has sat empty since 2012 and could finally get a new lease on life.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandEarthquake-prone buildings a continuing issue for councilsChanges to remediation deadlines will not solve issues for all councils.18 Apr 04:10 AM
CricketFirst-class cricket could be pulling up stumps at world-famous venue$16.3 million is needed to replace the earthquake-prone pavilion.18 Apr 02:01 AM
KahuCouncillors block axing of community programmesAuckland Councillors dig in over Brown's community programme cuts.17 Apr 08:22 PM
New Zealand'Truly disturbing': Ex-mayor slams commission’s request to Simeon Brown for hybrid council'There is genuine concern that history may repeat itself' - report.17 Apr 05:03 PM
New ZealandAt least $14k then, up to $88k now: Lake locals furious at 'horrendous blowout'About 200 people went to a council-community hui to learn why.17 Apr 06:09 AM
New ZealandCouncil silent since cemetery dispute with grieving familiesFamilies were previously told they needed to clear tributes from the cemetery's lawns.17 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil 'missing link' in reserve project'It's a beautiful area and it has historic significance.'17 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandŌmokoroa Community Board resignation sparks byelectionA byelection was needed as it was more than 12 months before the next local body election.17 Apr 01:03 AM
New ZealandSport NZ making a splash as leading regional rate planned to be cutNorthland Regional Council wants to cut the rate which helped fund key sports projects.17 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandInvercargill Mayor Nobby Clark subject to code of conduct complaintThe mayor used racially charged language when he appeared on a satirical news show.16 Apr 05:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Town is dying': Five Whangārei CBD businesses closeFive shops in Whangārei CBD are closing down due to rising costs and less customers.15 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s going to kill business’: The seaside suburb eyeing paid parkingOne business owner fears paid parking will drive shoppers away.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Visible reduction' in homelessnessRegular Armourguard visits are 'keeping the anti-social behaviour under control'.15 Apr 03:58 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTears and triumphs: Tolley on rebuilding Tauranga and what she'll do next'I’m a bit of a sook, really.'14 Apr 01:40 AM
New ZealandAucklanders face 25.8 per cent water bill hike as leaders work to soften the blowAuckland rates could also rise by 7.5 per cent in July.11 Apr 07:04 AM
New ZealandCouncil backs down over third Cambridge bridge locationThe location for the new bridge is something that will need community input.10 Apr 07:52 PM
New ZealandHundertwasser Art Centre not alone in its struggles, says The Kauri MuseumA lack of funding and higher costs is impacting all, including Matakohe's Kauri Museum.10 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGrowing Auckland's kūmara: Future Fund plan could sustain city in coming decadesOPINION: The proposed fund Auckland Council is assessing has great long-term potential.10 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I couldn't wait to come back': Meet councillor and business owner Janelle Hinch'I’ve been living here for over 20 years now, and I love this place.'10 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Heartwarming’: Sports club may get new home after 'massive stuggle''The last few years, it’s just been a ... massive hit to our mana.'10 Apr 05:45 AM
New ZealandSpeed restrictions could give 'false sense of security'The council is pressing on with a new speed management plan.10 Apr 02:23 AM
New ZealandNapier Mayor Kirsten Wise: How we can balance the books without just increasing ratesOPINION: We must be savvy and bold, prudent at times, yet ambitious for our community.09 Apr 09:32 PM
KahuGisborne District Council will formally support Māori wardsLocal body elections in 2025 will have binding referendums on the matter.09 Apr 06:54 PM
New ZealandWhanganui’s $830,000 raised crossing project“This is about re-establishing what Pākaitore was originally ..."08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHorizons apologises after removing protest signsThe council said it was a mistake and reinstated the signs.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 2000 rubbish bins removed around Auckland so far in cost-cutting exerciseCouncil said it expected to save $9 million through the 'bin optimisation' process.06 Apr 11:41 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouOpinion: Port privatisation - higher costs for Auckland businessesOPINION: Higher port charges are serious costs that would get passed on to Kiwi consumers.06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton mayor’s Anzac trip to Belgium criticised amid massive rates risePaula Southgate will visit Hamilton's sister city of Ieper (Ypres) for Anzac Day.06 Apr 12:28 AM
New ZealandRegional council plans to kill off millions in funding for sportThe fund has put $7m into Northland sports projects since 2018, but not any more.05 Apr 05:00 PM
