New ZealandBeaumont Bridge biggest such project ‘in a generation’The bridge has been open since July, under temporary speed restrictions.20 Dec 07:30 PM
New Zealand'That's just not a professional look': Mayor's office leaksRangitīkei District Council has approved a $19m new build to replace the old building.20 Dec 02:00 AM
PoliticsResource management laws scrapped under UrgencyBishop says the old RMA is not ideal, new laws not likely until 2026.20 Dec 12:26 AM
New Zealand‘Good as an airport runway’: 48 patches later, there's hope a pothole plague is overIt’s taken three years, seven complaints, 48 patch-up jobs and an apology to happen.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton gets a little greener with completion of Mangaonua Gully projectNew green space completed ahead of schedule.19 Dec 03:39 AM
New ZealandGore, Actually: Youngest NZ mayor stands in for Hugh Grant in dance videoBen Bell recreates Grant's lovestruck routine from 2003, with Gore councillors featuring.19 Dec 03:35 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely critical': How SH25a bridge was built so quicklyPresent were interests from local business groups, retailers and tourist operators.17 Dec 02:21 AM
New ZealandFrom Gore showdown to Wayne Brown, council winners and losersLocal Government ends 2023 worse for wear but there is some hope.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Tired’ Gisborne animal control officer at fault for death of family dogThe dog's death was because of 'human error'.14 Dec 02:45 AM
New ZealandHomeowners declined cyclone-related accommodation supportAuckland homeowners are struggling to pay the mortgage on storm-damaged homes.13 Dec 07:23 PM
New Zealand'Massive implications': Council under fire over 'inaccurate' slope hazard mapsScott Adams says in his view: 'There is a question to be asked around competency here'.13 Dec 05:39 PM
New Zealand‘Sick of the mudslinging’: Wellington City Council faces calls for Crown observerSome of the city's neighbours are worried the council is reflecting poorly on the region.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandProposal to change name of village draws public submissionsNgā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa New Zealand Geographic Board supports the proposal.12 Dec 01:03 AM
New ZealandApplications lower than expected for Whanganui rates relief schemeThe rates remission scheme is available for the rest of the financial year.11 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat Taihape Town Hall means to locals"It’s an iconic building."10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Wayne Brown claims Auckland property owners 'blackmailers' over coastal walkBrown's fiery clash with property owners caught on camera.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandTransport boss leaves council amid restructuringTransport team restructured, with $1.5b worth of transport projects planned for the city.08 Dec 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings mayor and high-profile councillor go toe-to-toe as rift deepensHastings mayor Sandra Hazlehurst and councillor Damon Harvey are increasingly at odds.08 Dec 01:55 AM
New ZealandFooty club faces $136k bill, croquet $24.5k: Fears big fee hike will sink groupsTauranga City Council says it wants a fairer fee system for using facilities and reserves.07 Dec 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWill Desley Simpson take on Paula Bennett in the Auckland mayoral race?There's speculation it could be the deputy mayor vs the former deputy prime minister.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'This is not a test': Tsunami siren blunder alarms beach residentsPeople were preparing to evacuate after warning started blaring from sirens.07 Dec 01:35 AM
New Zealand‘If they p*** me off, they won’t last’: Wayne Brown takes swipe at 'nonsense' govt rulesHe's also 'fed up with nonsense' that stops Auckland Council setting parking fines.06 Dec 09:38 PM
New ZealandRoad extension facing ‘frustrating’ delaysIn the meantime, it has allegedly "made a fine airstrip".06 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Appetite not there': What next for $37m spa plans?The potential new development was first explored in 2019.06 Dec 02:42 AM
New Zealand'Hell of a hill': Removal of car park outside cancer centre 'cruel', says relativeThe council says it removed the park for safety reasons.05 Dec 04:03 PM
New ZealandRangitīkei District Council names new chief executiveKevin Ross is staying on permanently as chief executive.04 Dec 01:41 AM
New ZealandCity Rail Link deadline not guaranteed - project bossThe CRL project is due to be handed over to Auckland Transport in November 2025.04 Dec 01:04 AM
New ZealandUnderwater drone to keep an eye on leaky Dannevirke damThe council says the cost of the underwater vehicle is expected to be less than $50,000.04 Dec 12:53 AM
New ZealandFears for future: Council pushes dog owners out to make way for carparkClub hits out after being forced to find a new home.03 Dec 05:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteven Joyce: Centralisation isn’t working - it’s time to trust the regionsOPINION: Health, education, water...if centralisation continues, problems will get worse.01 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSubterranean lakeside pad unveiled for multimillionaireGlobal wellness leader speaks about his staggering new project on Lake Wānaka's shores.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Absolute bollocks’: Businesses attack Cameron Rd project reportFeelings run high as the council rejects any chance of compensation.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandGardens and golfing? Public consultation on use of land in Mount MaunganuiOmanu resident has been pushing for a community garden since 2021.28 Nov 11:42 PM
New Zealand‘Disruption and distress’: Chief admits controversial roadworks have left city 'scarred'The review offered 13 ‘vital’ recommendations ahead of other major projects.28 Nov 04:00 PM
