Local Council
Interruptions and laughter as six vie for Queenstown mayoralty
A walkout and a clash over straw polling kicked off a lively debate as mayoral hopefuls auditioned for Queenstown's business community last night. Audio
Mayor Shadbolt a no-show at mayoral debate
While Sir Tim Shadbolt, Invercargill's incumbent mayor of more than 20 years, was a no-show at last night's mayoral debate, nine challengers stepped up to share their vision for the southern city.
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'Do people not want me in the picture?': More candidates' signs vandalised
An Auckland local body elections candidate of African descent is the latest to have their hoardings targeted, amidst a spate of attacks on billboards of ethnic candidates.
Sir Tim Shadbolt no-show at Invercargill mayoral debate
Invercargill's incumbent mayor of more than 20 years was a no show at the latest mayoral debate, but nine challengers picked up the gauntlet and shared their vision for the southern city.
Queenstown Mayoral candidates pitch to the punters
Those hoping for the top job in the country's fastest growing district gave their leadership pitches to Queenstown's business community last night.
The mayoralty race is wide open with incumbent Jim… Audio
'It suddenly feels like it's not safe'
A spate of racist attacks on election campaign billboards of Asian candidates in Auckland last week has left some in the community disturbed and hurt.
Scores more dropoff points for Auckland voters announced
Auckland Council has announced 150 locations for voting this local body election.
'Archaic' rule disadvantages election hopefuls: Gisborne councillor
An incumbent district councillor in Gisborne believes election rules disadvantage newcomers from securing a seat at the table.
Central govt will 'probably' intervene in Christchurch housing density row
Central government will 'probably' intervene to implement housing density standards in Christchurch after its council voted to reject the ruling, mayor Lianne Dalziel says. Audio
Queen's public holiday clashes with South Canterbury anniversary
Queen Elizabeth visited New Zealand ten times during her reign, the first of which was during the Christmas and New Years period of 1953 and 1954.
During that tour it's said three out of four New… Audio
Auckland's Mayoral candidates debate for their future
Aucklanders will start casting votes for the Mayoralty on Friday.
It's the first election since 2016 where incumbent Phil Goff isn't running, so it's anyone's game.
The three front runners, Efeso… Video, Audio
Asian candidates complain of targetting of billboards
Some in Auckland's east Asian community are disturbed and hurt by a spate of racist attacks on election campaign billboards.
Outgoing mayor Phil Goff says while there's always been a degree of… Audio
Christchurch mayor on council voting against density rules
Christchurch City Council is digging its heels in over the density rules that the Government wants the main cities to adopt. Under the new rules, the Garden City would be expected to allow… Audio
Top Stories for Wednesday 14 September 2022
Top stories for Wednesday 14 September 2022 The Queen's casket has landed in London, and is making its way to Buckingham Palace. In other news the Privacy Commissioner rejects claims their orders for… Audio
Kai with the Candidates: AK mayoral hopeful Viv Beck
Over the past week or so we've been getting to know the candidates vying to be the next mayor of New Zealand's biggest city. This morning we'll hear from Viv Beck, who will be well known to many of… Audio
Christchurch City Council votes against introducing government housing plan
Christchurch City Council has voted against a government directive to introduce new housing intensification standards.
Kai with the Candidates: AK mayoralty hopeful Wayne Brown
Over the past week or so we've been hearing from the four major candidates vying to be the next mayor of New Zealand's largest city. This morning we're with Wayne Brown, the businessman and former Far… Audio
LDR Greymouth: rush of late entries for West Coast Reg Council
Time to catch up with the Local Democracy Reporting Programme and this morning we're on the West Coast with LDR journalist Brendon McMahon. Audio
Carterton dog pound deal up for debate
Carterton councillors will decide on Wednesday whether they will progress a pay-per-night dog pound agreement with neighbouring councils.
Local government contest heats up in Buller
The West Coast Regional Council is leading the country for candidates contesting any one seat in the upcoming local body elections.
