Local Council

An advocacy group trying to save the iconic glasshouse, identified by Wellington City Council as an unsafe public space, are set to stage a "sit in" protest. Audio

Mikaere Sydney was elected in July 2024 but was never able to take up the job.

Finding the right names for new streets remains a peak to summit, with three proposals dividing councillors.

A merger was last considered in 2012 but failed after a referendum.

There is growing speculation over whether Wayne Brown's own deputy and political ally is set to challenge him for the city's top job.

A decision on reverting sealed roads back to gravel has been delayed.

It's intended to set a platform for joint work between the council and the post settlement governance entity Takapau Whāriki.

Taranaki leaders say the Offshore Renewable Energy Bill - which was before a select committee - only goes part way to realising New Zealand's potential.

Local councils across Hawke's Bay voted to overhaul the region's emergency management system in favour of a new strategy after several reports damned the official response to Cyclone Gabrielle. Video

New Plymouth officials say they're fed up with "fatbergs", after the congealed masses that caused roughly 70 percent of local wastewater network blockages last year.

But the council is refusing to say how many people even visited.

Three Southland roads are at risk of reverting to gravel as the district council struggles to maintain its network amid funding issues.

Anne Munro was diagnosed shortly before Christmas, and will be stepping away from public duties as she undergoes treatment.

Nearly 1500 tickets were issued for driving in the lane but locals say it's 'kind of confusing'. Audio