Local Council
Wellington's Reading Cinema complex will see movies return
The news that movies will return to Wellington's boarded-up Reading Cinema complex is being heralded as a win-win for the city. Bill Hickman has more. Audio
The move a councillor is calling a step backwards for Auckland
A decision to disband Auckland Council's lead urban regeneration agency could mean some communities miss out on valuable investments, a councillor says.
Mayor's relief as dam dispute finally ends
"It's been a long and tortuous process to get this far," mayor Tim King says of the five-year saga.
'Miserable weather' - bummer summer as thousands snub Splash Planet
There have been 12,864 fewer visitors to the amusement park this summer, meaning a drop in revenue of $320,000.
'Very harmful' - Wellington officials warn of toxic algae in Wairarapa
The algae is a neurotoxin that acts like snake venom and could be very harmful to humans and lethal for dogs according to Greater Wellington Regional Council expert.
$7 million pegged for Edgecumbe flood litigation
A regional council believes it will cost this amount to litigate claims brought against it over the flood eight years ago.
Christchurch City Council defends decision to upgrade sewage plant in Akaroa
The Christchurch City Council is defending its decision to press ahead with long awaited sewage plant upgrades for the Banks Peninsula township of Akaroa. Adam Burns has more. Audio
Auckland's dams slightly below average ahead of peak demand
February brings the strongest demand on the water supply, and Auckland's Watercare says they are planning to ensure peak demand can be met.
Hamilton mayor not running for re-election
Paula Southgate says she is not standing for re-election as she wants to make way for emerging leaders and spend more time with her friends and family.
Woman saves $500 after hit-and-run, thanks to CCTV cameras
After being smashed into and left with no contact details, Hawke's Bay woman Tracy Murfitt made a request for council CCTV footage that saved her $500.
Dry Northland plus holiday crowds lead to water restrictions
Water restrictions are being ramped up across much of the Far North, as continued dry weather and an influx of holidaymakers strain the district's dwindling rivers.
No plan for Southland town's homeless
Efforts to target the issue with a new approach have come up empty-handed, a community board chair says.
Tiny sign doesn’t stop swimming in poo
"It's kind of disgusting," says one local who got caught out.
Locals defy council attempt to remove rope swing
Hastings District Council says it is taking action again.
No confidence: Iwi reps call out Taranaki regional councillors
Iwi representatives lost confidence after councillors blocked debate on the contentious Treaty Principles Bill.
Blenheim wins sunniest spot in NZ
Blenheim has secured the award for sunniest spot in New Zealand for 2024. It comes after NIWA released its annual climate summary for the year, which saw an ongoing warming trend locally, and around… Audio
'Radio Silence' on Dunediun Hospital's future
Residents in the lower South Island are still in the dark about the future of the new Dunedin Hospital. Local leaders say they expected a decision would be made before Christmas, but instead they have… Audio
Work suspended on Gisborne sewer blockage
Work to unblock the Mangapapa pipes which were blocked by improperly disposed garden waste has stalled due to heavy rain.
Popular swing given the axe by council
Hastings council removed tree branches and the attached swing at a waterfall in Hawke's Bay because swinging into the pool below was deemed to be risky.
Rubbish or 'a good idea'? Residents weigh in on collection changes
Rotorua Lakes Council will introduce weekly food and green waste kerbside collection from July 2026, while its general rubbish collection will reduce to one fortnightly pick-up.
