PremiumPremiumKahuLast-minute Māori ward meeting consideredAn iwi leader says Whanganui's council didn't do enough to engage with Māori on the issue.23 May 05:01 PM
New ZealandLet's Get Wellington Moving may not be fully deliveredTreasury warns the $6.4 billion plan will cost significantly more than first thought.20 May 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumKahu'It's not a silver bullet': Horizons to establish Māori wardsWhanganui councillors had opposing views when it came to the vote.19 May 02:44 AM
New ZealandHutt City Mayor elected as new Wellington Water Committee chairmanCommittee members will vote for a new chairperson at a meeting this afternoon.17 May 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovernment water reforms open the door to privatisation - Phil GoffPhil Goff is also worried the reforms will lead to higher water bills in Auckland.16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMuseum row: 'Authoritarian' leadership claims expected to be discussed behind closed doorsMuseum board says 'outstanding' director has its full support.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWellington Mayor avoids formal censure but told to apologiseCouncillors are today considering the findings of a code of conduct complaint.13 May 04:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier Mayor asks Govt to stretch Māori wards deadlineThe Napier council has set a path for 2025, but might yet stop at 2022.13 May 01:19 AM
New ZealandAuckland mayor Phil Goff accused of running 'boys' club' councilSome councillors say Phil Goff isn't doing enough to ensure gender equality on council.10 May 10:07 PM
New ZealandMasterton Council considered demolishing the home of Golden Shears, documents revealThe discussions were part of the preamble to MDC's long term plan consultation.10 May 07:58 PM
New ZealandWhat's there to hide? Call to lift the lid on investigation into Wellington's mayorCouncillors make public interest case over code of conduct investigation findings.09 May 05:00 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Māori ward consultation deadline proving a challenge for councilsDecisions pending for Māori seats on Bay councils. Made with funding from NZ On Air.09 May 12:47 AM
New ZealandFreedom camping rules to be phased in for councilsMarlborough Council may need to make changes to its new freedom camping bylaw.09 May 12:43 AM
New ZealandWellington's mayor should be censured over Shelly Bay meeting - reportFindings of an independent investigation into Andy Foster's behaviour have been revealed.07 May 06:39 AM
New ZealandLocal Government code of conduct complaints a 'monster'Complaints range from whether buffet dinners were actually lavish to attacks on Facebook.03 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A good bugger of the highest order': Former Dunedin mayor Dave Cull farewelledHundreds of people were at the Dunedin Town Hall today to celebrate Dave Cull's life.03 May 05:30 AM
New Zealand'Distressing': Details of CEO's complaint against city councillor finally revealedThe Herald complained about the council's refusal to release information 16 months ago.02 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Local government review has a $129 billion babyEditorial: How to fix local councils? We'll see what a review panel thinks by September.30 Apr 05:00 PM
EnvironmentPōhutukawa tree at risk after Auckland Council mistakeA century-old pōhutukawa at risk after council left it off its protected tree schedule.29 Apr 09:05 AM
KahuFNDC councillor forces extraordinary meeting to reconsider Māori wardsFar North District Council will next week go back to the table on Māori wards.28 Apr 07:54 AM
New ZealandWatch: Nanaia Mahuta makes announcement on future for local governmentA review of local government will explore how councils can better serve their communities.22 Apr 10:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnalysis: Wellington City Council is not brand Coca-ColaANALYSIS: Politics isn't the problem at the council, poor political judgment is.22 Apr 04:09 AM
New ZealandHastings pushes closer to getting Māori wards, unanimous tautoko from committeeFour weeks of public consultation is required. The council has a month to do it.21 Apr 02:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe $850 million project that became $1.25 billion: Why you can't cut cornersRoad autopsy reveals an undercooked price and what led to astonishing consent breaches.20 Apr 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWellington City Council shake-up a 'missed opportunity'Analysis: Andy Foster's version of political balance undermines much needed fresh start.19 Apr 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig read: Phil Nixon on why 'South Taranaki is the centre of the universe'Mayor Phil Nixon sees a bright future for South Taranaki.19 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWellington City Council shake-up revealed following reviewMayor Andy Foster announces proposed chairs for new decision-making structure.19 Apr 01:38 AM
New ZealandWellington council review: 'A two-point plug, three-point socket dilemma'Review of council probes claims of serial leaking, a mayoral absence, and dysfunction.16 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRatepayers fund Waikato Regional Council chair's 'feel-good gifts' at train launchChair Russ Rimmington played down the gift's value, saying it was a bit "mean-spirited".15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandReport being finalised after independent review of Wellington City CouncilCouncillors and mayor Andy Foster will meet with the reviewer tomorrow to discuss it.13 Apr 02:08 AM
KahuGreen light! Commissioners vote to establish Māori wardTauranga City Council commissioners have unanimously voted to establish a Māori ward.11 Apr 08:34 PM
New ZealandNZ's water workforce stretched to deliver multibillion-dollar investmentComing up with the money to fix our woeful pipes is one thing, but who will do the work?10 Apr 12:38 AM
KahuGisborne health board member posts vaccine misinformationHealth leaders have been quick to condemn Meredith Akuhata-Brown's comments.09 Apr 02:49 AM
New ZealandInvercargill Mayor claims he was denied IT help by his own councilCouncil staff reject the claims the Mayor was denied one-on-one training.08 Apr 08:38 PM
