KahuLocal Focus: Candidate advocates spending on arts and cultureIt's time for a shake-up says Mercia-Dawn Yates. Made with funding from NZ On Air.22 Aug 05:00 AM
EntertainmentRatepayers stump up $15,000 for Mike McRoberts mayoral debateSecrecy clause means ratepayers can't know much the celebrity host will be paid.21 Aug 08:32 PM
OpinionMike HoskingHosking: No Phil, cities aren't 'failing' - they're choked by red tapeCOMMENT: Maybe Phil Twyford could rebuild his reputation by demolishing all the red tape.21 Aug 06:26 PM
PoliticsLetters: Whanganui council 'too male, too white and too old'Non-alphabetical listing of candidates' names on ballot papers could be a game-changer.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPhil Goff v John Tamihere in Herald debate - who won?Top candidates for Auckland mayoralty squared off on nzherald.co.nz at 7pm tonight.21 Aug 08:00 AM
KahuLocal Focus: Kaitiakitanga, guardianship and biculturalismContemporary views on ancient concepts. Made with funding from NZ On Air.21 Aug 07:39 AM
New ZealandTamihere's plan to dump fuel tax 'pure fantasy' without Government approval"I think that Mr Tamihere has an extreme case of electionitis," Phil Twyford said.21 Aug 03:41 AM
New Zealand'City of Snails': Tamihere wants to dump Auckland fuel taxPrivate investment can make up the money lost through dropping fuel tax, Tamihere says.20 Aug 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInfrastructure reportMayoral motivations: Goff and TamihereTim McCready put these questions to mayoral hopefuls Phil Goff and John Tamihere.20 Aug 10:00 PM
OpinionMichael Barnett: A catch-up signal for AucklandCOMMENT: Auckland urgently needs a shared development plan.20 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe battle for Auckland: Tamihere confident of winning mayoraltyTamihere says Wellington chokehold on Auckland will end when he becomes mayor.20 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe battle for Auckland: Goff says his skill and experience will win mayoraltyPhil Goff is promoting an inclusive, progressive and world class city for a second term.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSix mayors confirmed without a fightSix councils already know who will lead them next term and voting hasn't even opened.20 Aug 07:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClimate change and the Swarbrick effect: Is this a youthquake?A number of dynamic young people are standing for office this year.20 Aug 06:13 AM
New ZealandRestraining order sought against Kāpiti Coast ex-councillorDavid Scott was convicted after pressing his crotch against a female co-worker.20 Aug 01:35 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Candidate wants somewhere to park his ute and load upLess focus on 'the grandiose projects'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Aug 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTamihere's Harbour Bridge plan an 'ugly munter'John Tamihere says the Auckland Harbour Bridge superstructure can be built in six years.18 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Elms: Land grab or historic opportunity?A Tauranga historic site provokes controversy and pointed comments.18 Aug 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIs there a crisis? The real story about Auckland's finances, ratesIt's election time: Are Auckland Council finances out of control like some candidates say?18 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsLocal Focus: Controversial mayoral candidate says he's honest, not racistCasson is sure he has a chance to become mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.18 Aug 01:52 AM
New ZealandGoff launches campaign for a second term as Auckland MayorPhil Goff chose the Diversity Centre in Papatoetoe to launch his second bid for mayor.18 Aug 01:30 AM
New Zealand'Terrible mistake': Comedian Tom Sainsbury running for Auckland mayor'Fiona' says putting her name forward was a terrible, drunken mistake.16 Aug 10:27 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Council candidate has a secret confession"I'm going in baby-faced". Made with funding from NZ On Air.15 Aug 10:10 PM
KahuHamilton-Auckland 'urban growth partnership' to be signed off by ministers, mayorsMinisters, mayors and other Government agency representatives are at the signing.15 Aug 02:11 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Late right turn would enliven mayoral raceWe say: Democratic process would be even better served by a third player from the right.13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral race turns ugly: Goff calls Tamihere 'failed Cabinet minister'Phil Goff and John Tamihere duke it out at mayoral debate.12 Aug 09:27 PM
LifestyleLocal Focus: Ex-rugby player wants a crack at council30-year-old AJ Tuhoro says it's time for change. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Aug 03:47 AM
New ZealandThe $6.4b baby dumped at local government's front doorIt's not all sunshine and pancakes when it comes to raising Let's Get Wellington Moving.11 Aug 05:23 AM
New ZealandTamihere's homeless solution: Call '0800 JACINDA'Social workers would be available around the clock under John Tamihere's mayoral policy.11 Aug 01:24 AM
New ZealandFreedom camping trial to be runThe Clutha District Council will run a freedom camping trial in the Catlins this summer.10 Aug 03:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShow the Anzac spirit of 'a fair go': Mike LeeThe NSW Government has helped 160 businesses to the tune of about $30m.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCapital transport solutions 'steamrolled'Some councillors felt they had no option but to support the $6.4b transport plan.08 Aug 08:41 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: 23-year-old council candidate says life experience isn't everythingRotorua Council is not demographically representative. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Aug 06:19 PM
PoliticsLocal Focus: King versus Southgate round twoA six-vote swing would oust King. Made with funding from NZ On Air.07 Aug 05:47 PM
