New ZealandFormer PM calls out Kāinga Ora criticisms, says it has been 'unfairly targeted''I think there's been a bit of a beat-up here.'17 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandDancing diary: personalities revealed and bones left intact during week sixWhat an eclectic bunch of dancers we are.14 Jun 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne council debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costsCouncil debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costs.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTop teen skateboarder stoked as council does a 180 on new skateparkHe dreams of being able to train and compete on a smooth surface in his hometown.13 Jun 05:30 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay’s draft rates rises ‘unaffordable’ – ratepayersMayor says council has done its best to keep increases as low as possible.13 Jun 02:26 AM
New ZealandGisborne debates Ormond Rd safety amid heavy truck concernsNZTA is to consider Gisborne road funding in an upcoming review.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayor Stoltz fights for Kiwibank’s return to GisborneMayor Rehette Stoltz is concerned about Gisborne losing Kiwibank's physical presence.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSpeed limits to be lowered around 21 Tauranga schoolsThe 40km/h limits will apply around pick-up and drop-off times.10 Jun 11:59 PM
New ZealandSewerage scheme decision drives up rates riseSkatepark, elder housing, aquatics: What council decided in 10-year plan deliberations.10 Jun 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Highly debated' holiday rental charge gets green-lightBut some hosts could pay thousands less than first proposed.09 Jun 07:52 PM
New ZealandCouncil spends millions on wastewater, stormwater improvementsDrainWise programme aims to curb Gisborne sewage overflows.07 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hell of a lot better': Millions more in council money for sewerage schemeRatepayers will pay a greater share to reduce costs for households involved in the scheme.07 Jun 01:02 AM
New ZealandFull within 10 years: Council debates future burial solutions as Gisborne cemetery fills upTaruheru Cemetery is expected to reach full capacity within the next 10 years.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We should be really worried': Gisborne to fight NZTA planNZTA may cut emergency event funding, raising local concerns.05 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuReturning city land to mana whenua marks ‘exciting new relationship’Returning land in central Tauranga to mana whenua has resolved a long-standing grievance.04 Jun 09:23 PM
New ZealandRotorua Lakes Council seeks injunction to stop Tarawera scheme interferenceCouncil says legal action follows interference with construction of $29m scheme.01 Jun 08:48 PM
New ZealandGive it a go: Controversial Grey St trial backed by council'I think we should just soldier on and see where it lands.': District councillor31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommuter ferry could set sail in TaurangaAuckland water taxi company is prepared to build two ferries if council subsidises fares.27 May 07:57 PM
KahuGisborne mayor opposes bill on Māori wards, says region should be exemptGisborne mayor speaks out over Māori wards bill, says region should be exempt.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone debris clogs pipes in new Worsley St homes, GisborneNew Kāinga Ora homes in Gisborne face plumbing issues due to debris from cyclones.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDancing Diary: Who would have thought stepping would be so tricky?OPINION: This week has been a struggle.24 May 04:45 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle aftermath: Tairāwhiti residents still cut offBridge-less Tairāwhiti residents grapple with isolation amid heavy rains.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommission pushes on for taller buildings in Mount MaunganuiCommissioners reject recommendation from independent panel.23 May 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Saved my life': How roller skating helped woman conquer drugs and alcoholDerby star shares personal story to explain why her home town needs a new skatepark.22 May 09:13 PM
New ZealandRevealed: 13 properties council might sell to fund $306m civic projectA 'popular' free car park in a shopping district is one of them.22 May 08:30 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle prompts Gisborne to consider local rapid response teamsGisborne plans new emergency teams after Cyclone Gabrielle.22 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Things happened quickly': how Tuesday's wild weather unfolded'A reminder of how quickly things can happen during weather events'22 May 06:32 AM
New Zealand'National treasure': Lake faces environmental 'disaster', advocates claim'It is an absolute disgrace we have infrastructure that has failed.'20 May 07:16 PM
New ZealandForestry firms argue against rate hikes, citing already high paymentsResidents say forestry firms should boost payments for debris clean-up and road repairs.20 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Gisborne needs no-frills budget': Residents have say on council plans'Grey St fiasco' sparks debate on spending priorities for district.17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLightbulb moment: We're getting into the swing of Dancing for HospiceOPINION: It's all coming together, step by step.17 May 04:40 PM
New ZealandRotorua communities say council kept them in the dark on rising project costs“All they’re doing is committing their community to abject poverty.”16 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Kick-ass Rotorua': business community shares desire to see vibrancy in tourist cityAnd a plea made to those not using AI - 'Don’t get left behind'.15 May 05:00 AM
