Local Council
LDR Wairarapa: investigation into new Masterton Civic Centre
It's time to cast our eyes around the country and lock into our network of Local Democracy Reporters. This week Nathan Rarere asked Emily Ireland of the Wairarapa Times Age about why the Chief… Audio
Regional council allows public input on proposed waste-to-energy plant
A regional council has decided to allow public input into a proposed waste-to-energy plant's resource consent application in the Manawatū town of Feilding.
Covid-19: Convoy protesters tap into Wellington's sewer system
Council engineers have confirmed that the protesters at Parliament have plumbed toilets into the Capital's sewer system.
A plywood structure next to the portaloos at the intersection of Molesworth… Audio
Objections to housing plan for former Palmerston North bowling green
Plans to turn an overgrown former bowling green into housing in Palmerston North have been met with distaste by most in submissions.
'A continuing loss of NZ's heritage': Iwi opposes plans for helipads on Aotea
Māori on Aotea / Great Barrier Island have told Auckland Council to stop helipads being put in, and to start paying them more heed as kaitiaki.
LDR South AK: new funding for Maori, Pacific helps inequality
It's Thursday and time to talk to our Local Democracy Reporter and today joining Nathan Rarere from South Auckland is Justin Latif. Audio
Hydroslide designed on eel pot the latest addition to Christchurch build
The installation has begun for five new slides, which will be the biggest in the country, at Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre.
Local Democracy Report for Tuesday 22 February
It's Tuesday, so we're having a chat with our Local Democracy reporters! And up early with us today is the fantastic Felix Desmarais of the Rotorua Daily post. Audio
Napier Art Deco Festival gives region 'much needed' economic boost
Organisers of Napier's Art Deco Festival are hailing this year's celebration as a success.
Marlborough running out of land for housing - report
Predicted strong population growth within 10km of central Blenheim could see a shortfall of land for urban development within the next 30 years.
‘Unreasonably persistent’ Gisborne man not giving up on 10 year council battle
A Gisborne man is pressing on in his decade-long battle with the district council even though the project he originally took issue with is complete.
Keeping pool only 'lipstick' for suburb - deputy mayor
Napier councillors are divided on whether the city's ageing and outdated pool should be closed.
'The law has failed': Cranmer Square residents say protesters camping illegally
Cranmer Square residents say Christchurch City Council is quick to send notices for branches hanging outside their property, but is sitting quiet while protesters are on their doorstep.
'It's at tipping point': Residents fear influx of helicopters
Aotea Great Barrier islanders fear they will go the same way as Waiheke Island with lots of helicopters buzzing their skies.
LDR Ashburton: when it rains the locals start boiling water
It's time for our Thursday chat with the Local Democracy reporters and this morning is the turn of Jonathan Leask from the Ashburton Guardian. Nathan Rarere asked Jonathan what's going on with the… Audio
Councillor's protest participation risks constituents' health - Mayor
A Kaipara District councillor's almost week-long participation in Wellington's anti-Covid-19 mandate protest is jeopardising the safety of Kaipara residents, Mayor Dr Jason Smith has warned.
Auckland Council bins rubbish tag scheme
Auckland council is looking at scrapping a rubbish bin tag scheme that was supposed to reduce weekly waste. Video, Audio
Gisborne District Council appeals Land Valuation Tribunal decision on kiwifruit licences
In 2020 the council decided licenses to grow gold kiwifruit constituted an increase in value and therefore a rates increase. It's appealing a decision last week that the licences shouldn't been seen…
Wairarapa councils mandate vaccination for 'high-risk' roles
Wairarapa's three councils have mandated vaccination for "high-risk" roles, using the WorkSafe risk assessment framework for consistency.
More vouchers released for Auckland activities
Another 50,000 vouchers are being handed out for people to visit tourist attractions and council facilities in Auckland.
