Local Council
How Auckland ratepayers can learn their new property valuations
Auckland Council will release the rating valuations for Auckland's 630,000 properties online soon.
'Totally wrong': Council chief executive warns of abuse, harrassment of elected members
Ruapehu District Council chief executive Clive Manley won't hesitate banning offenders from council social media.
Napier councillor launches second bid to be mayor
Nigel Simpson says Napier has been let down by poor decisions, costly distractions, and a lack of consistent governance, and "the city deserves better".
Gisborne truck route to quieten as council changes permits
New maps exclude Ormond Road from the NZTA's 'H' permit system.
Farmers risk being cut off as bridge funding dries up
Waka Kotahi has announced it will not extend a 30 June sunset clause or offer additional funding for a replacement for a quake damaged bridge at the Waiau Toa Clarence River.
Ōtara youth challenged to design new town centre playground
Auckland Council removed the playground and seating area in January in a bid to deter antisocial behaviour and public drinking outside the Ōtara TAB.
Dozens of homes without water as watermain bursts
A burst water main has opened up a hole on a major Christchurch road.
Chair refuses to apologise, rejects use of ‘kia ora’ in council email
Hugh Gardyne preferred to be addressed 'hello' or 'dear' in emails.
The Panel with Leonie Freeman and Mike Williams Part 2
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Leonie Freeman and Mike Williams. This half hour the panel hears about the vandalism inflicted on sports fields and reserves in Rotorua… Audio
The Panel with Leonie Freeman and Mike Willlams Part 1
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Leonie Freeman and Mike Williams.
They discuss the fallout from Te Pāti Māori haka protest; Trump vs Musk: grab the popcorn, and the… Audio
Waipukurau residents urged to conserve water after main breaks
The district council doesn't yet know how long it will take to fix the damage.
Wellington mayoral hopeful Ray Chung promises to slash council jobs
Chung wants to custs costs - starting with council employees, despite an admission he does not know what "a lot of these people do". Audio
Auckland deputy mayor Desley Simpson won't run for mayor
Auckland's current deputy mayor Desley Simpson put an end to months of speculation, saying she won't run for the top job and is supporting Wayne Brown for another term. Simpson spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Wellington Councillor Ray Chung launches mayoral bid
The race to seats around the council table is heating up as local body elections in October edge closer. In Wellington there was another campaign launch for the top job, this time from current… Audio
'Accident waiting to happen': Battle over new cycleway
A safety audit has been ordered for a controversial cycleway that has divided opinions.
Warning to fly-tippers: new rules could lead to crack-down
Fly-tippers illegally dumping rubbish could be in for a shock if new laws are passed allowing councils to crack down on them and use clues such as old car registration plates or names on letters or… Audio
The Panel with Ed Amon and Madison Burgess-Smith Part 2
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed Amon and Madison Burgess-Smith. Audio
Councillor: If your name’s on illegally dumped rubbish, a fine could be coming your way
Hastings District Council councillor Wendy Schollum says proposed changes would allow litter control officers to issue fines using vehicle registration and ownership details inside bags to identify…
Taupō Councillor on heavy rain in district
It's a worrying time for residents from 70 homes - as the Tauranga-Taupō River is threatening to breach its bank. The swollen river has flooded after a night of heavy rain, thunderstorm warnings and… Audio
Nelson Council revises catering contract saving Giants b-ball
Regional reporter Samantha Gee has news out of Nelson - this week, the Nelson Giants come close to closing Audio
