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Tidal lane touted for Turret Rd but is too late?
Tauranga City Council is seeking funding for the $82m 15th Ave to Welcome Bay project
Social media fuelling division: District councillor
Online abuse rising in NZ but interactions mainly positive for Gisborne councillors.
'Beautiful, gentle soul': Rotorua acknowledges death of Kiingi Tūheitia
A long-time friend shares his sadness at the news of the king's death.
Mayor's message to keyboard warriors: Come for a cuppa
The Gisborne Mayor commends Nicola Willis' call to challenge online trolls and abuse.
'The heart of Māoridom': Rotorua decides on Māori wards
About 60 people came to hear what the decision would be.
'Blue highway': Tauranga ferry service still on the cards
A ferry service between Mount Maunganui and Tauranga could be on the way in 2025.
Gisborne's disaster response earns praise and awards at Local Government NZ event
Gisborne's mayor celebrates awards, reflects on the region's frequent severe storms.
'Sleeping with the fishes': New boat ramp fees canned
How much the council collected in two months - and what will be refunded.
Northland Regional Council keeps Māori seats but pushes back against polling
Northland Regional Council pushes back against polling
Fluoride debate: Tauranga seeks extension to deadline
There was standing room only inside the council chambers.
'Another Ihumātao': 100 attend hīkoi against sewerage pipeline
A group leader believes so long as iwi are on their land, work nearby cannot begin.
Gisborne council wins legal battles, but who pays the fines?
Environmentalists question if forestry companies or insurance pays penalties.
Tauranga City Council to consider fluoridation directive
Tauranga’s new council must decide if work to fluoridate the city’s water should continue.
'Good shot': Could this region get the first Govt deal?
Neighbouring councils are 'ready to go' on a proposal.
Farmers, environmentalists differ over draft emission reduction plan
Gisborne council says the draft Emission Reduction Plan is too vague.
Community newsletter column sparks $7K council investigation
Tensions rise as independent investigation deems board's email 'unprofessional'.
Power to the people: Initiative aimed at reducing region's electricity prices
Tairāwhiti leaders plan locally owned renewable grids to combat soaring electricity bills
$164 million Cameron Rd upgrade fails to secure NZTA funding
Funding for the $164m Cameron Rd project in Tauranga has been declined by NZTA.
'Stuff off you pathetic little troll': Nicola Willis hits back at abuse, threats
There is fear a normalised 'toxic environment' will impact female representation.
'Punitive': Congestion fees would punish struggling families - councillor
A Rotorua councillor says the solution to traffic gridlock is something else entirely.
'Do the right thing': Northland Māori leader calls on PM to ‘sack’ Act from coalition
Pita Tipene said the Kaipara meeting felt unsafe at times.
Deputy mayor ‘flabbergasted’ by $4.8 million price tag for crossing
'We certainly can’t expect ratepayers to pay for it,' says Bex Johnson.
'Locked out': Pipeline protestors met with cameras, fencing
A protestor says they are occupying their own land and have no plans to stop.
Matanuku Mahuika steps down as Eastland Group chairman after five-year tenure
Mahuika ends five-year tenure as chairman of Eastland Group.
Kaipara ratepayers face $25k bill after Māori ward abolished
The review is required under new government legislation.
Innovative digital platform funds native planting and pest control on East Coast
The East Coast Exchange has hit a funding milestone for nature work.
Community housing provider sought to take on pensioner flats
It hopes it will lead to better outcomes for its tenants.
Protecting paradise: The fresh push to stop rubbish being dumped on a sacred maunga
Kiri Danielle has cleaned up rubbish dumped on the mountain over the past 12 years.
Gisborne councillors confused over stricter local alcohol policy
Councillors confused over revised alcohol policy; thought it was to relax, not restrict
Iwi group gets $30,000 to help with wallaby eradication work
The group is made up of seven iwi wanting to rid their whenua of the pest.
Lake Rotokākahi protest: Council injunction bid fails - for now
The decision came with a 'word of warning' to protesters.
Gisborne councillors vote to keep Māori wards, binding poll next year
Māori make up 56% of Gisborne but are historically underrepresented in local government.
'Resurrecting an old practice': Locals petition for natural burial site
Nearly 400 people want the option in Rotorua.