Local Council
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
Council issuing free de-sexing vouchers to combat roaming dog crisis
Between January and 22 May 2025, Auckland Council said it received 6197 reports of roaming dogs and impounded 2460. Audio
Students make plea to council for safer bus hub
Two Christchurch high school students have urged city councillors to improve safety at the city's bus interchange.
Council installed 'stupid' road layout after six complaints
At an explosive public meeting in a country suburb, the majority of residents demanded an end to the trial.
Council holds meeting to discuss flood issues in Middlemarch
In recent years, floodwater and contaminated muck has flowed through homes, businesses and streets in the rural Otago town of Middlemarch. The regional council held a community meeting to update… Audio
Low risk to life when Middlemarch floods, Otago Regional Council says
But residents say that doesn't solve the stress and anxiety caused by recurring floods, which spread water and contaminated muck through homes, businesses and streets.
Historic ship catches fire in Bay of Islands
The historic three masted ship, The Tui, has been engulfed in flames in Paihia in the Bay of Islands on Wednesday morning. Big Fish Bay of Islands' Derek Gerritsen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Heavy rain warning for Tasman District
Metservice has issued a heavy rainfall warning for both western Tasman ranges and eastern hills of Richmond and Nelson. Nelson Tasman Civil Defence public information manager Paul Shattock spoke to… Audio
Motorcyclists protest against Wellington's new parking fees
The council have put in fees of $1 per hour for Motorbikes to park in car parks, with a daily cap of $6. Audio
'Distasteful': Residents battle crematorium being built near supermarket
Havelock North residents were not notified about the consent given to Terry Longley and Sons funeral home for the Crematorium.
