Local Council
New Plymouth Māori ward yet to get any nominations
A former New Plymouth mayor says he can understand why no one has put their hand up to stand for the city's Māori ward.
'Face of democracy ... is going to change'
A number of wāhine Māori have put their hat in the ring to become mayor at this year's local body election across the motu.
Former New Plymouth mayor not surprised no candidates for Māori ward
A former New Plymouth mayor says he can understand why no one has put their hand up to stand for the city's Māori ward.
Andrew Judd championed the establishment of the ward but he questions why… Audio
'Reckless' to 'rush': MP calls for deferral of reserves proposal decision
Rotorua MP Todd McClay has called on the district council to delay its decision on a controversial proposal to sell 10 reserve sites for housing until after the October local election.
Motel owner 'devastated' after 50 percent rate increase
Nelson moteliers feel "blindsided" after receiving significant increases in their commercial rates. Greens Motel owner Phil Neal said he was "devastated" after seeing his commercial rates increase by…
'Are they going to save us?': Westport residents left out of flood resilience package
Residents in Westport's Snodgrass Road will today have the chance to question why they have not been included in a flood resilience package for the region.
Minister responds to criticism of street design legislation
The government wants to pave the way for councils to redesign our streets - saying proposed legislation will make roads safer, more accessible and environmentally friendly.
However, the National… Audio
Commentator on Sam Uffindell standing down temporarily for investigation
The National MP Sam Uffindell has been stood down from the party's caucus while further allegations of bullying raised by RNZ are investigated.
A female flatmate of Uffindell's from his University… Audio
Local councils finding it tricky to find prospective candidates
The clock is ticking for people who plan to stand for local government this year.
With the cut-off time looming, some councils have far fewer candidates than usual - causing fears that some seats may… Audio
'Less selection than ever before': Frustration over election candidate numbers
LGNZ is making a final plea for council candidates for this year's elections in what it's calling an "SOS for local democracy".
Nominations slow for mayoralties, council seats and Māori wards
With just days to go, district councils in Whanganui, Ruapehu and Rangitīkei have not received enough nominations to fill their chambers.
Local Govt NZ pleads for more council candidates around country
An SOS for local democracy. That's what Local Government New Zealand is calling its final plea for council candidates.
With three days left - dozens of seats have no candidates or only one. Tessa… Video, Audio
Local councils send an SOS
Rate payers will have to fork out more money to repeat council elections if the large number of vacancies in key roles around Aotearoa can't be filled.
Local Government has issued an SOS to get more… Audio
LDR Tauranga:Waihi finally getting public library after 12 yrs
We head to Tauranga now to join our Local Democracy Reporting programme journalist Alisha Evans. Audio
Homes evacuated after slip comes down in Wellington CBD
Residents from The Terrace in Wellington have been moved to hotels for the night while a major slip is being cleaned up.
'Winter is here', mayoral candidate warns
Masterton mayoral candidate Tina Nixon has donned a sword in her 2022 campaign, taking aim at central government-imposed reforms and promising to be a "powerful voice" for the provincial district.
'We're trail blazers - in a rotten way': Residents to be briefed on exclusion from flood plan
The West Coast Regional Council has invited Snodgrass Road residents to the meeting to hear expert advice.
AK Council takes away swings in iconic Pt Chev street
Last week the Auckland council removed swings from trees on an iconic street in Pt Chevalier. Not only were the swings removed without any consultation, but it turns out a far larger safety concern… Audio
Whanganui port revamp over budget - but council says ultimately costs could be saved
Early stages of work on the Whanganui port upgrade are running over budget because of a new way of working under the legal status of the Whanganui River.
Invercargill's Don St to close as city revamp continues
A main street in Invercargill will be partly closed from tomorrow as part of a revamp of the inner city.
