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Architect to evaluate former Sims building

Asbestos roof removed in 2017 as part of work to make the Port Chalmers building safe.

Queenstown Lakes Mayor unconvinced by fluoridation of town's water

Jim Boult says he is unsure the region needs it.

Sir Grahame Sydney leads South Island charge in Queen's Birthday honours

A posthumous award, an artist and politicians are among those recognised.

An 'exceptional' business leader moves on

Profit is not a dirty word, says this champion of the mixed ownership business model.

Tim Shadbolt: 'If I can survive this, I can probably do another 3 or 4 terms'

After a fraught year, NZ's longest-serving mayor opens up about his health and prospects.

Fireworks to cap off Wellington's Matariki celebrations

Wellington City Council has released the plans for Matariki this year.

Brian Fallow: Giant-sized water bills on the way

Cost of fixing water infrastructure is likely to be even bigger than forecast.

Three waters reform: Services could be amalgamated into 1-4 entities

Up to $185b will be needed for pipes across the country over the next 30 years.

Wellington City Council agrees on 13.5 per cent rates rise

Councillors have spent a gruelling day thrashing out the final details of their budget.

Napier Mayor asks Govt to stretch Māori wards deadline

The Napier council has set a path for 2025, but might yet stop at 2022.

Auckland mayor Phil Goff accused of running 'boys' club' council

Some councillors say Phil Goff isn't doing enough to ensure gender equality on council.

Masterton Council considered demolishing the home of Golden Shears, documents reveal

The discussions were part of the preamble to MDC's long term plan consultation.

What's there to hide? Call to lift the lid on investigation into Wellington's mayor

Councillors make public interest case over code of conduct investigation findings.

Local Focus: Māori ward consultation deadline proving a challenge for councils

Decisions pending for Māori seats on Bay councils. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Freedom camping rules to be phased in for councils

Marlborough Council may need to make changes to its new freedom camping bylaw.

Wellington's mayor should be censured over Shelly Bay meeting - report

Findings of an independent investigation into Andy Foster's behaviour have been revealed.

Local Government code of conduct complaints a 'monster'

Complaints range from whether buffet dinners were actually lavish to attacks on Facebook.

'A good bugger of the highest order': Former Dunedin mayor Dave Cull farewelled

Hundreds of people were at the Dunedin Town Hall today to celebrate Dave Cull's life.