Local Council
'Getting out of hand': Personal info requests costing council
The cost of processing requests for personal information is grating Nelson's elected members after a new staff member had to be hired to deal with the increasing number of requests.
Urgent meeting called after report into Wellington Water
An urgent meeting is being held in Wellington to look at Monday's highly critical report into Wellington Water. Reporter Nick James spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Report finds structural problems at Wellington Water
An urgent meeting of the Advisory Oversight Committee has been called for Tuesday morning to discuss Monday's scathing report on Wellington Water. Wellington Water board chairperson Nick Leggett spoke… Audio
Thousands flock to Field Days in Dargaville
Northlanders flocked to Dargaville for their Friendly Field Days - Susan Botting went along Audio
The region where unplanned water pipe repair costs are three times higher
A probe uncovered poor value for money from contractors, loose financial controls, and even one case of alleged theft. Audio
Tens of thousands of dollars stolen in alleged Wellington Water theft
Wellington Water has released a scathing report, after a probe uncovered alleged theft, poor value for money from contractors and structural issues.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 3 March 2025
In today's episode, a criminal defence lawyer says the investigation into the death of a man tasered by police will be complex, a new report into Wellington Water's deep-seated problems shows their… Audio
Wellington ratepayers paying more for water repairs: Report
A new report into Wellington Water's deep-seated problems shows their ratepayers are paying nearly three times more for water repairs than other parts of the country. Reporter Nick James spoke to… Audio
Wairoa could lose $70 million govt fund for flood protection
The town of Wairoa could lose out on a $70 million government fund for flood protection if it can't decide on a solution before the end of this month. Alexa Cook reports. Audio
Gisborne locals to have say on alcohol rules in the CBD
Eighty-two percent of respondents oppose the current sensitive sites rule.
'Deeply sorry': Long-serving councillor admits to drink driving
Anna Park failed a compulsory breath test on the Control Gate Bridge in Taupō in November.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 28 February 2025
In today's episode, the company that owns Whakaari/White Island has had its conviction relating to the volcano's deadly December 2019 eruption quashed, the 32-year-old man accused of killing Nelson… Audio
Shake-up of council infrastructure funding announced
Housing Minister Chris Bishop has revealed a series of changes to help councils pay for building new suburbs.
Gisborne councillor quits to take up role within council
Gisborne District Council will be short of a councillor for the remaining seven months of the term.
Auckland Council signs off restoration of St James theatre
Auckland's Council has signed off on the $15 million restoration of the St James Theatre on Queen Street. Owner Steve Bielby spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Auckland Mayor re-commits $15m to restore St James Theatre
Mayor Wayne Brown says he has mixed feelings about the project.
Lower rates or better roads? The choice for Hurunui ratepayers
Hurunui ratepayers will have to choose between a lower rate rises or improved roads.
Still plenty to see and hear at Hamilton Arts Festival
RNZ's Natalie Akoorie updates us on issues around Waikato - this week Hamilton hosts its Art Festival Audio
Bylaws to stop showering in fountains a 'waste of money', Councillor says
Councillor Louise Hutt says the cost of creating a bylaw, including legal advice and public consultation, could be better spent funding social services in Hamilton.
'I'm so scared': Crackdown on roaming dogs as residents live in fear
The Auckland council are cracking down on unregistered dogs, with infringement notices being issued in the coming days as a final warning.
