New ZealandCouncillors reveal history of intimidation and abuse after death threatMessages have led them to carry personal security devices and have their homes checked.15 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandFeatherston tiny homes developer wants red tape cutDeveloper says backing for tiny homes could be a 'silver bullet' for the housing crisis.14 Dec 10:42 PM
New Zealand'I may have behaved inappropriately': Councillor resigns after partyPeter Newton says he's quitting "for reasons of personal development [and] reflection".11 Dec 07:02 PM
New ZealandWellington water woes report: system needs to changeSludge became a household name in Wellington this year.10 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandRelationship between Wellington Water and council found wantingReport finds a lack of trust and a relationship in need of a 'fundamental reset'.09 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCompanies'Anti-business': Council opposes 1100-home Sleepyhead estateHousing at Ohinewai would erode benefits of $100m expressway, says Waikato mayor.08 Dec 04:28 AM
New ZealandWho pays the highest rates in New Zealand?Residents of this catchment pay an average of $3400 a year - and it's not Auckland.07 Dec 05:34 PM
New ZealandCouncillor receives three code of conduct complaints in one weekWaikato Regional councillor claims fellow councillors are trying to silence him.07 Dec 02:45 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSamantha Motion: Minister's move to sack council a bold oneOpinion: Can a commission stop Tauranga going round in circles?04 Dec 08:19 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Democracy has gone': Councillors hit back at minister's intention to replace themThe minister wants to appoint a commission to run the city.04 Dec 06:05 PM
New ZealandAuckland residents oppose fast-track supermarket plansThe planned supermarket is six times bigger than allowed for in the Unitary Plan.04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSFO tight-lipped over probe of Auckland Mayor's election expensesThe probe may relate to auctions held during the 2016 and 2019 campaigns, ex-staffer says.04 Dec 04:26 AM
New Zealand'A very good start': Hopes climate change declaration will speed up local actionThe council hopes the declaration signals closer partnership with central government.02 Dec 10:59 PM
New ZealandCouncillors want answers over why contracts were granted exception from tenderWaikato Regional Council chairman defends council's 'white as snow' procurement process.29 Nov 11:56 PM
New ZealandWellington Water dodges prosecution over wastewater overflowInvestigation concludes into 6-million-litre wastewater overflow into the harbour.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSupport for Local Government overhaul after call for Royal CommissionCouncils are struggling with financial pressures amounting to billions of dollars.25 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Draconian': Simon Bridges urges minister not to intervene in councilTauranga MP says mayor's resignation removed 'significant source of friction'.24 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Mahuta faces more challenges at home than abroadEditorial: Local territorial authorities in turmoil the length of the country.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncillor calls for Royal Commission into local governmentThe sector is reaching crisis point and needs to be overhauled, councillor says.24 Nov 02:48 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWellington mayor seen to have declared war on his own councilANALYSIS: Andy Foster has lost the confidence of many of his councillors.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMayor Shadbolt hits back after report says he is 'struggling'Report highlighted a leadership void, but Sir Tim said he would not resign.23 Nov 02:13 AM
New ZealandGreen light for $3.5m Erebus memorial in inner-city parkAfter years of conjecture, the final vote on the memorial was today.17 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandErebus memorial vote looms amid accusations of 'underhand' tacticsWaitematā Local Board is under huge pressure for its vote to okay the Parnell memorial.13 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Te Arawa strikes back on climate changeIwi and council work together to combat climate change. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Nov 11:01 PM
New ZealandChristchurch's smokefree areas now 'vapefree' tooThe city's existing Smokefree Public Places policy will now include vaping.12 Nov 12:29 AM
New ZealandWellington's Airport Flyer saved but Hutt Valley misses outWellington Airport confirms new operator for bus service for airport travellers next year.09 Nov 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCrosby: The balance between Government and council is out of whackOpinion: NZ can't continue with two separate government systems failing to work together.03 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTen years on, how super is the Auckland supercity?A decade since its formation, Auckland's supercity is still as contentious as ever.01 Nov 09:57 PM
New ZealandNational wants referendum to decide four-year termNational says the public should decided whether the parliamentary term gets extended.01 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuOverwhelming vote by councillors for a Māori Ward in KaiparaMayor and deputy mayor of Kaipara vote yes to a Māori ward from the next election.28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington's central library: From paralysis to $179m fixThe city council has voted to strengthen the central library 18 months after it closed.28 Oct 02:24 AM
New ZealandCouncillor refuses to apologise for code of conduct breachIf Chris Milne does not apologise, he will be struck off the committee.22 Oct 11:34 PM
New Zealand'It's a bit of a major': Liquor ban lapses after council blunderBar owners in New Plymouth say unruly behaviour is on the rise after council 'slip-up'.22 Oct 05:32 AM
New ZealandShadbolt's deputy quits: I did his job for him; council 'toxic'Biddle says Shadbolt had tears in his eyes as he told her he envied her decision to quit.13 Oct 04:00 PM
