PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn Banks: Auckland deserves better from mayor and councilCOMMENT: Auckland Council hasn't granted enough powers to local communities.23 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionPenny Hulse: Here's why Phil Goff is a good civic leaderCOMMENT: Being mayor isn't all about 'seagulling' as it's known in the West.22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandJohn Tamihere launches legal action against Auckland councilJohn Tamihere says there would no conflict or conundrums with the action if he was Mayor.22 Jul 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRates: This is where your hard-earned cash ends upAuckland Transport has struggled to spend its $1 billion capital budget.21 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn RoughanJohn Roughan: Auckland - a city well short of superCOMMENT: Is it any wonder it is impossible to get real civic progress with the Super City?21 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRemove the cycleway, make space for car parks, council candidate saysCandidate Kevin Coutts takes aim at council spending. Made with funding from NZ On Air.20 Jul 12:10 AM
New ZealandLocal government not so sexy - but still importantCandidate nominations for local body elections open today and you should care about it.18 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Stratford mayor not assuming he'll winVolzke shares his vision for Stratford, if he wins. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Jul 02:23 AM
New ZealandRawinia Henderson standing for change in StratfordStratford community representative running for mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Jul 12:23 AM
New ZealandGet them out of the beanbags: Candidate wants to move people who aren't shopping out of the CBD"Some of those people should probably not be there". Made with funding from NZ On Air.10 Jul 04:30 AM
New ZealandBlogger throws hat into ring in Wellington mayoral raceConor Hill announces bid for the top job - the blogger who ran a fake mayoral campaign.10 Jul 01:32 AM
New ZealandJohn Tamihere suing Mike Hosking, NZME for defamationJohn Tamihere is seeking unspecified damages and costs.09 Jul 01:58 AM
New Zealand'Democracy deficit' in RotoruaFrom council admin worker to RDRR-endorsed candidate. Made with funding from NZ On Air.07 Jul 08:00 PM
New ZealandBermageddon: Council loses first round on bid to ban parkingAuckland Council is seeking a law change to stop people parking on berms.07 Jul 04:04 AM
New Zealand'The Barber' is standing for Hastings council in Flaxmere wardPeleti Oli wants to see Flaxmere's promise become a reality.07 Jul 12:02 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Keeping the council coffers fullComment: Funding for local government needs to be bolstered by additional revenue streams.05 Jul 05:52 AM
New ZealandLet them tax beds: Call for help for councilsCouncils need Government help to fund infrastructure for tourism and growth, says report.03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommission: Councils need Govt help on climate changeProductivity Commission backs councils' calls for Govt help to meet $14b climate threat.03 Jul 12:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland politician censured after alleged threatCensuring follows two complaints from members of the public about his conduct.03 Jul 07:13 AM
PoliticsNo more jokes about Hamilton if young candidate becomes mayorLouise Hutt sees room for improvement in Hamilton. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 Jul 02:20 AM
New ZealandMayoral candidate wants Auckland to be like CubaThe Communist League wants the Super City to resemble socialist Cuba.28 Jun 03:21 AM
New ZealandWhanganui aviation hub set for take-offIndian trainee pilots bring $50 million to Whanganui. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGolf group takes a swing at Auckland Council reportCouncil report described as "error-ridden" and "misleading".27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhakatāne mayor quits for new real estate roleTony Bonne reflects on four terms as mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.26 Jun 09:31 PM
New ZealandCouncil approves plan to fix capital congestionCouncillors voted unanimously to support the indicative package.26 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAudrey Young: The high-profile left- and right-wing forces backing John TamihereJohn Tamihere moved fast to secure two of the most experienced campaigners in politics.21 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandTe Puke not a destination? Retailers reject Councillor's claimIt's not in decline, it's in growth - locals. Made with funding from NZ On Air.20 Jun 08:00 PM
BusinessLocal Focus: Tenby Powell says Tauranga deserves betterMeet the man behind the suit. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Jun 11:29 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Councillor wants underground infrastructure over cyclewaysCouncil spending on "nice to haves" must stop, Cr says. Made with funding from NZ On Air.14 Jun 09:37 PM
New ZealandSecond Mt Vic tunnel this week's Let's Get Wellington Moving headacheWill private vehicles be allowed in a second Mt Victoria tunnel?14 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandPush for a green infrastructure bond in WellingtonThe Green Party has launched its local body election campaign for the capital.13 Jun 11:11 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Meng Foon on lunches, blackmailing gang members and te reo MāoriGisborne treasure Meng Foon in his last days as mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Jun 08:09 PM
TechnologyLetters: Bus users shut out in cold"Some of our most vulnerable citizens use this bus service. They deserve better."12 Jun 05:00 PM
