Infrastructure
Scientists concerned over delayed report
Scientists are becoming increasingly worried about delays to a critical report that could see an overhaul of the infrastructure and funding of science. Association of Scientists co-president Troy… Audio
Fast tracking for much needed flood protection work
The project is aimed at protecting vulnerable Māngere communities which are currently highly prone to flooding.
Two new tunnels part of Wellington congestion plan
The changes are aimed at reducing Wellington's gridlock and supporting economic growth, says Transport Minister Simeon Brown.
Warnings power prices may increase further
Power prices offered to customers through comparison website Powerswitch have increased significantly this year, one retailer says, warning there is more bill pain to come. Margaret Cooney from… Audio
Govt makes changes to scheme helping quake damaged home owners
A Christchurch community board member says government changes to a scheme helping owners of earthquake-damaged homes shows they don't understand what claimants are dealing with. Community board member… Audio
Open letter asks govt to not break cancer drug promise
More than 600 people have signed an open letter to the government asking it not to break National's pre-election promise to fund more cancer drugs. Amy Burrows signed the letter and she spoke to… Audio
Mt Messenger delays: Public Works Act needs overhaul, mayor says
Delays securing land for the Mt Messenger bypass in Taranaki is a sign the Public Works Act needs a drastic overhaul, according to the mayor of New Plymouth. Audio
Dunedin suburb's flood risk analysed
Otago Regional Council is considering how to tackle a significant flood hazard risk in a Dunedin suburb.
'We deserve the same': Million-dollar investment reverses years of under-funding
A Pacific community leader is lauding the improvement of parks in South Auckland.
Controversial housing project granted resource consent
The Plimmerton Farm development received the green light to be included in the new Fast-Track Approvals Bill last month.
Mayor at odds with council over Bluff wastewater changes
Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark says he would rather operate Bluff's wastewater network on an expired consent than "gallop ahead" of water reforms.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 31 October 2024
On today's episode, a new poll shows the race between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris is dividing the U.S. electorate along lines of gender, race and education. The poll shows a… Audio
Dunedin council commits to funding of Save Our Southern Hospital campaign
The Dunedin City Council is not ruling out boosting their hospital campaign coffers again, after retrospectively approving $146,000 to cover costs.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 30 October 2024
On today's episode, the Democratic and Republican candidates are redoubling their efforts in swing states, with one week to go to the election, a new report finds that in Term 2 this year, one in 10… Audio
Section of SH1 closed for more than two years to reopen
The 13km section of State Highway 1 has been closed since August 2022.
'Get on with it' - Wellington councillor publicly scolds colleagues
Wellington City councillors were told they needed to improve their behaviour "otherwise there will not be a next election for us".
Rakiura/Stewart Island to crack down on inconsiderate parking
A Rakiura/Stewart Island Ward councillor is relieved the Southland District Council is attempting to crack-down on anti-social parking.
Government accused of undermining project it's fast-tracked
More than 8000 new homes are set to be fast-tracked on the outskirts of Wellington, but the region's public transport plan is up in the air. Audio
Amid protests, sewerage scheme controversy, council removes worksite fence at Lake Rotokākahi
The move comes as Rotorua Lakes Council waits for a court decision to stop "interference" from mana whenua protesting the $29 million Tarawera Sewerage Scheme.
‘Disaster’ - Tauranga’s marine precinct sale $4m below value
Tauranga City Council sold the precinct for $13.987m to a developer who proposed transforming it into a "premier superyacht refit destination".
