Andrew Judd
Controversial comments cleared - but condemned
The broadcasting watchdog has ruled controversial comments about racism and representation by TV host Mike Hosking did not breach broadcasting standards.
AudioJudd: Local elections disappointing for Maori representation
The former mayor of New Plymouth, Andrew Judd, who became a champion of Maori interests in the area, says local election disappointing for Maori representation. Audio
Call for candidates to take a stand on Maori representation
Out-going New Plymouth Mayor Andrew Judd says Maori representation has become a virtual no-go area for those vying for public office. Audio
An opinionated host sparks a public backlash - but not from bosses or sponsors
Mike Hosking's opinionated style on TV One has sparked a backlash which echoes past controversies at TVNZ. But the state-owned broadcaster and sponsors aren't bothered. Audio
An opinionated host sparks a public backlash - but not from bosses or sponsors
Mike Hosking's opinionated style on TV One has sparked a backlash which echoes past controversies at TVNZ. But the state-owned broadcaster and sponsors aren't bothered.
AudioNew Plymouth councillors leave Parihaka hikoi
New Plymouth Mayor Andrew Judd, who was abused when he championed Maori representation on his Council, was deserted by his fellow councillors today on the final leg of his hikoi of peace. Mr Judd was… Audio
Parihaka walk begins
Around 300 people began the three day walk from New Plymouth to Parihaka today, remembering the theft of Maori land in the 1800s. Video, Audio
Do regional mayors support Auckland exodus grant?
New Plymouth Mayor Andrew Judd joins Checkpoint to discuss the Government's proposal to give grants to those in social housing prepared to leave Auckland? Video, Audio
Does NZ have a problem with anti-Maori racism?
New Plymouth mayor Andrew Judd has said he will not seek re-election after receiving abuse for campaigning for greater Maori representation in Taranaki. Video, Audio
Perpetual leases in Waitara may finally go freehold
New Plymouth's mayor is defending a new deal allowing leasees to freehold the land under their homes, which a leaseholders' representative says is racist. Andrew Judd is the Mayor of the New Plymouth… Audio
New roading investment in Taranaki pleasing locals
More than 100 million dollars will be poured into improving the notorious stretch of State Highway 3 in northern Taranaki from Mount Messenger to Awakino Gorge. Audio
New Plymouth Maori representation
The Mayor of New Plymouth Andrew Judd talks about the difficulties of getting Maori representation at local government level. Audio
Provincial Mayors say Jetstar in it for the long haul
Provincial mayors in areas where Jetstar will now fly into are certain the airline is in it for the long haul, yet they refuse to reveal how long the contract is actually for. Audio
New Plymouth rejects Mayor's call to set up a Maori ward
The Mayor of New Plymouth is to make a complaint to the UN after a referendum overwhelming rejected his idea of introducing a Maori ward to the district. Audio
Maori Wards - Partnership or Separatism?
Robin Martin looks at whether Maori council wards will provoke partnership or separatism. Audio
New Plymouth council considers drastic cuts
New Plymouth residents face drastic cuts in services and a raft of new charges as the city tries to save 40 million dollars. Audio
Historic NPC rugby final between Taranaki and Tasman
There's growing excitement in Taranaki ahead of tomorrow's historic National Provincial Championship final at Yarrow Stadium between the home side and the Tasman Mako's. If they win, it'll be the… Audio
Fate of pensioner flats hangs in balance
The fate of some of New Plymouth's most vulnerable residents is hanging in the balance as the city considers the future of its 145 pensioner units. Audio