The observer: Who has the chops to rein in Wellington City Council?
Several names have been floated as potential candidates to sort out the 'shambles'.
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Tory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'
The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.
Govt Steps in for Wellington Council & Yanfei Bao Trial Updates | NZ Herald News Update
Govt intervention, police shortage, gang arrests, youth justice issues, real estate trial, and new school lunch programme.
Opinion: Angry Wellington ratepayers vindicated as Government steps in
Advice raises concerns about financial mismanagement and Wellingtonians being overcharged.
Tory Whanau speaks to media
Tory Whanau speaks to media regarding Simeon Brown's Crown observer announcement. Video / Mark Mitchell
Simeon Brown appoints Crown observer
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has decided to place a Crown observer on Wellington City Council following its decision to reopen its long-term plan. Video / NZ Herald
Simon Wilson: What's the difference between Wayne Brown and Tory Whanau?
OPINION: The Auckland and Wellington mayors have more in common than you might think.
Advice on Govt intervention at Wellington City Council lands with Simeon Brown
Meanwhile, Tory Whanau is aiming to 'share the pain' with her budget cuts.
Who is challenging Tory Whanau for Wellington’s mayoralty?
High-profile names have been rumoured, with one prominent Wellingtonian not ruling it out.
Opinion: Should Govt run a mile from Tory Whanau's 'shambles' council?
Simeon Brown says official advice on potential Government intervention is just days away.
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau claims Govt intervention not discussed in meeting with minister
The mayor went into the meeting adamant any outside intervention was unnecessary.
'Haven't broken the law': Wellington councillors challenge Govt intervention threat
Wellington City councillors have emerged from an urgent meeting this afternoon.
'Absolutely not a shambles': Defiant Tory Whanau insists Wellington council will be fine
Meanwhile, an urgent meeting has been called for all councillors this afternoon.
Ryan Bridge: Capital punishment – do Tory and her council need Govt training wheels?
OPINION: What Wellington needs to learn is a lesson the hard way.
Wellington council warned airport could request money for expansion plan
If the council is called on and cannot provide capital, its shareholding could be diluted.
Opinion: Watch out Tory, there is a real risk Govt will intervene at Wellington council
OPINION: Tory Whanau should be worried by ministers calling her council a shambles.
'A shambles': Nicola Willis says Govt watching Wellington City Council very closely
The Finance Minister says the council doesn't appear to be very functional.
'Everything's on the table': Tory Whanau on budget cuts after airport sale failure
The mayor says the council's ground leases could be sold or social housing reduced.
'Stop talking badly about our city': Tory Whanau rejects call for govt intervention
Wellington's mayor admits losing the airport shares sale vote was a setback.
‘Chaos and confusion’: Wellington council votes to stop controversial airport sale
The sale has divided the council and cost the mayor crucial support.
Opinion: Tory Whanau's mayoralty damaged by toxic airport sale
OPINION: It’s difficult to see how Wellington's Mayor comes out of the saga looking good.
Legal action, cones and speed bumps: The road that closed Bordeaux Bakery
Thorndon Quay is one of the most important commuter routes for Wellingtonians.
Tory Whanau's airport share sale at risk as council reconsiders decision
Wellington City Council is preparing for a crucial vote this week.
Wellington councillors accused of ‘deliberately excluding’ iwi voices on airport shares sale
Tensions at the council are at boiling point.
'Nail in the coffin' for 'out of touch' Wellington mayor's bid for re-election
Tory Whanau's next election bid for Wellington hangs in the balance.
Willis’ candid advice to Wellington Mayor ahead of airport share sale meeting
Officials urged her to use her 'political capital' to help with financial issues.
Six-figure incomes not enough to stop money woes for Kiwis
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau isn't the only high-earning New Zealander under pressure.
'Feeling the crunch': Tory Whanau sells car to help pay the bills
The mayor says she's also made “adjustments to her lifestyle” due to the cost of living.
Tory Whanau on the cost of living crisis
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau says she is feeling the cost of living crisis. Video / Mark Mitchell
Wellington rates to jump another $3k: See what you'll be paying by 2028
Wellington households on average saw their rates bill jump by $1000 or 21% this year.
Wellington council considering $1500 grants to struggling businesses
One councillor suggested the fund was 'not meaningful'.
Financial help considered as more disruption looms for struggling Wellington businesses
A major project to 'revitalise' Wellington's Golden Mile starts next year.
Huge water leak delivers perfect backdrop for PM's sharp warning to councils
Tory Whanau has accused Christopher Luxon of punching down in his speech to mayors.
Tory Whanau’s comms adviser quits after nine months
The pair previously worked together at the Green Party.