John Tamihere gives Auckland mayor Phil Goff a deadline over housing.

Adina Thorn Lawyers claims Brownlee bullied a junior solicitor over the phone.

On the eve of her presumed death, Penny Bright rang to offer a few thoughts.

Calls for independent inquiry after allegations of tampering with city's district plan.

Councillors reject mayor's idea to write to the Prime Minister.

EDITORIAL: Every so often local government in New Zealand is reminded who is boss.

Review launched after 2016 Kaikoura earthquake and 2017 Port Hills fires

"Racism has had a profound impact on Māori especially, and particularly in this region."

"'My actual comment was, 'Lucky no more were killed with what confronted them'."

Time for private sector equity to boost the transport infrastructure funding pool.

More people will lead to greater diversity.

NZ Council revenue is largely separated from economic performance.

Suggestions for reform could impact on local councils, reports Tim McCready.

49 industry speakers are lined up to address the nation's infrastructure challenges.

Councillors criticised for questioning process after audit clears council

COMMENT: We don't need baubles and ratepayer money used for anything but the essentials.

The Taxpayers' Union has published a blueprint it says will slash council spending.

Hamilton City Council boss says the audit report confirms no one made commercial gains.

Rates keep outstripping inflation - is there a better way for councils to raise money?

A scientist is worried councils are struggling to get started on sea level rise planning.

Local government body welcomes probe into ways to finance projects other than via rates.

'Budget will help all of Auckland', says mayor.

A contractor working for the council dumped his load on the beach in broad daylight.

Hamilton to sign off decision on city park before hearing outcome of audit into process.

Hamilton mayor Andrew King accused of being "ageist" after promoting new councillor.

Phil Goff wants to spend more time with councillors to chew the fat.

Councillors voted unanimously today to subsidise Air Chathams.

The QEII National Trust pondering court action over council move to scrap rates discounts.

Chief Ombudsman will investigate councillors' complaints over CBD stadium report.

Guy Burns said council should focus on core services.