PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier candidates unintentionally breach signage rulesMayor among those stung, along with two councillors who put signs on heritage building.23 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandWatchdog backs council's handling of 'poor behaviour'Councillor Chris Milne told the Herald there were 'a lot of holes in the process'.23 Sep 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLocal elections: The region where 17,000 people have no vote'It's an important thing being able to vote. It's a bit weird to get that letter.'23 Sep 03:01 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Who's got the voting vibes?Voting for Rotorua mayor and councillors is underway and closes at noon on Sat, October 8.22 Sep 11:28 PM
New ZealandThree mayoral races you should know aboutThe most fascinating local elections are happening outside of Auckland and Wellington.22 Sep 06:52 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness ReportsMood of the Boardroom: Increased co-governance divides chief executivesCEOs split on whether co-governance is "right for the times" or "anti-democratic".22 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCo-governance shouldn't be a political footballOPINION: Co-governance is a product of NZ's place in the world and our arrangements.22 Sep 04:59 PM
KahuSouth Waikato to receive its first Māori mayorDespite the achievement, both candidates want to focus on what they bring to council.21 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Aisha Beazley on Candidate CameraMeet Aisha Beazley, running for Whanganui District Council.21 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandViv Beck's campaign backers 'unreservedly' support Wayne Brown, but Beck not forthcomingIt's understood Beck pulled out of Mayoral race on September 16 after backroom pressure.21 Sep 06:49 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Dave Hill on Candidate CameraMeet Dave Hill, who is running for Whanganui District Council.21 Sep 06:00 AM
Kahu'Momentous day' for hapū securing return of land from Rotorua CouncilRotorua hapū took a step closer to securing the return of land from Rotorua Lakes Council.18 Sep 04:31 AM
KahuSupport for Māori wards stronger in provinces than citiesThe introduction of Māori wards has empowered more Māori to stand for mayor.17 Sep 01:06 AM
New Zealand'Insult to Aucklanders': Collins calls out rival for failing to front at Herald debateEfeso Collins says Aucklanders deserve a candidate who will engage with voters.16 Sep 02:27 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Kaydee Zabelin on Candidate CameraMeet Kaydee Zabelin, running for Palmerston North City Council.16 Sep 12:17 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Zakk Rokkanno on Candidate CameraMeet Zakk Rokkanno, running for Palmerston North City Council.16 Sep 12:15 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rory Smith on Candidate CameraMeet Rory Smith, standing for Whanganui District Council.16 Sep 12:05 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Karen Naylor on Candidate CameraMeet Karen Naylor, who is running for Palmerston North City Council.15 Sep 11:49 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rod Trott on Candidate CameraMeet Rod Trott, standing for Whanganui District Council.15 Sep 11:29 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Peter Oskam on Candidate CameraMeet Peter Oskam, standing for Whanganui District Council.15 Sep 11:25 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Cerise Packer on Candidate CameraMeet Cerise Packer, who is standing for Whanganui District Council.15 Sep 11:17 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Council candidate Liz Gear stops interview over vaccination questionGear was asked if she was anti-vax or anti-mandate, and she didn't like it.15 Sep 09:03 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Ana Apatu on Candidate CameraMeet Ana Apatu, running for Hastings District Council.15 Sep 08:15 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Sayeed Ahmed on Candidate CameraHawke's Bay Muslim leader Sayeed Ahmed standing for HDC again.15 Sep 07:50 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Victoria Fuata'i on Candidate CameraVictoria Fuata'i has a solid connection with local community.15 Sep 07:30 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Nigel Simpson on Candidate CameraNigel Simpson discusses why he is running for NCC mayor in the upcoming elections.15 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Maxine Boag on Candidate CameraHear why Maxine Boag is seeking her sixth term on the Napier District Council15 Sep 06:28 PM
VideoLocal Focus: Nigel Olsen on Candidate CameraNigel Olsen discusses plans for Napier City Council should he be elected.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Gilly Lawrence on Candidate CameraGilly grew up in a filmmakers family and had a creative childhood.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Nick Chater on Candidate CameraRotorua Lakes Community Board member eyeing seat at Council.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Kellie Jessup on Candidate CameraKellie Jessup has her three jabs done, and is running for HDC.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Hohepa Cooper on Candidate CameraHohepa Cooper, a secondary school teacher, is a Takitimu Māori Ward candidate.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Sarah Greening-Smith on Candidate CameraSarah Greening-Smith says council work needs more transparency and consultation.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Don Paterson on Candidate CameraTourism is the biggest issue, says Rotorua Lakes Council candidate.15 Sep 05:00 PM
