Local Council
Construction minister criticises councils for pausing consents
Minister Chris Penk says there's "staggering cost" to the delays.
Community leaders concerned over lack of UH after hours care
Upper Hutt community leaders are concerned as the region of 50,000 residents is without after-hours health care and facing long GP wait times. Mayoral hopeful in the city's upcoming local election… Audio
Councillors to decide on future of Westport relocation plan
On Wednesday, councillors would decide whether to endorse the plan or not.
Car wreck left on hill for months: 'Someone will get squashed'
A crashed car left sitting on council land is now in a "precarious position" after months of vandalism, a worried property owner says.
The Panel with Ed McKnight and Sue Kedgley (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed McKnight and Sue Kedgley. In the second half of the show, they discuss ACT seeking expressions of interest to stand for local council… Audio
Auckland councillors defend getting freebies for Eden Park events
Ahead of a vote on the city's stadium strategy, Auckland councillors are defending being hosted at Eden Park for events like concerts and sports matches.
Solving the World's Problems
Wellington's favourite son Dave Armstrong is in the studio to discuss our nation's capital and what needs fixing and how. Audio
Mayor fires back at ACT criticism of councils
The party's comments are a cheap shot at councils trying to make ends meet against near-impossible odds, Tania Gibson says.
'You're going to be blocked': Matariki post unleashes abuse
A mayor says his council is taking a tough stance after a social media message drew a barrage of vitriol and racist comments.
Council quits LGNZ, calling it 'far left'
The advocacy body is "pushing a certain agenda", one councillor claims, as another council opts out.
Aucklanders told to prepare for drought
Aucklanders are being warned to go easy on the long showers and car washes as the city begins to 'prepare for drought'. Watercare chief operations officer Mark Bourne spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Western Bay of Plenty District Council leaves LGNZ
The Western Bay of Plenty District Council has become the latest local body to leave Local Government NZ. Tracey Coxhead is the councillor who proposed that Western Bay of Plenty leave. Coxhead spoke… Audio
Yacht carrying 1000 litres of diesel sinks in Canterbury
The Canterbury Regional Council said a response was underway to minimise the impacts to the environment.
ACT Party looking for candidates to run in local elections
ACT party officials will be scouring their inboxes for expressions of interest from people wanting to stand under their banner at this year's local elections. Constitutional law expert Graeme Edgeler… Audio
Appeals lodged against Nelson Airport runway plan
Nelson Airport's future runway extension has hit some turbulence.
Dunedin City Council agrees to consult community on report about flood risks
It outlined seven future plans for climate adaptation ranging from status quo to large-scale retreat with total costs ranging between $2 billion and $7.1 billion over the next 75 years.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown agrees to help local boards
A wave of relief has swept across Auckland's 21 local boards after being offered temporary reprieve as they struggle with cost pressures.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 18 March 2025
In today's episode, the ACT Party wants to clear out local councils and replace them with their own candidates in the elections later this year, A notorious criminal, Dean Wickliffe is on a hunger… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 18 March 2025
On today's episode, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has won facetime and favour with global heavyweight Narendra Modi on a frenetic full day in India, where both pledged greater military cooperation… Audio
Central North Island farmers prepare for the worst as drought hits
The clock is ticking for drought-stricken farmers in the Central North Island who fear if they don't get rain soon, the grass won't grow before winter bites. Our reporter Alexa Cook hit the road to… Audio
