Jim Mylchreest
Wave of demolition waste expected with planning law change
A river of new demolition waste is expected to flow from a law change to allow at least three houses be built on one section.
The government is in the dark about just how much and is under fire over… Audio
Waipā mayor urges locals 'do the right thing' under new level 3 lockdown
On Wednesday Covid-19 Minister Chris Hipkins told Checkpoint if there is additional risk seen outside existing level 3 boundaries in the next 24 hours then level 3 restrictions would be applied wider… Video, Audio
Covid-19: Kāwhia on edge after virus arrival
Locals in the King Country coastal town of Kāwhia are on edge after a case of Covid-19 was confirmed there on Wednesday.
The town - south of Raglan on the North Island's West Coast - is outside the… Audio
New museum in Te Awamutu to showcase NZ land wars
Plans for a new museum in Te Awamutu are kicking into high gear after the purchase of an old Bunnings building in the Waikato town. The museum will showcase the region's history, particularly during… Audio
Meet the Mayor: Jim Mylchreest of Waipa
The Mayor of Waipa, Jim Mylchreest tells Indira Stewart what's going on in his district and why you should visit. Audio
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive in New Zealand today
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, his wife Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince George start a Royal Tour of New Zealand today. Thousands are expected to turn out to see the Duchess, and… Audio