Local Council
Western Bay of Plenty votes to keep Māori ward
Western Bay of Plenty councillors have stood by their decision and reaffirmed a Māori ward for the district.
Why ECan rejected govt call to scrap Ngai Tahu representation
The latest from North Canterbury with Local Democracy Reporter David Hill. Audio
Faecal bacteria at popular swimming sites raise safety concerns
Concerns have also been raised about the nearby Kaiteriteri Beach and a stormwater pipe, found with disease-causing organisms, which "is like a magnet for children".
Nerves, frustration as councils vote on Māori wards
Māori ward councillors say their roles have brought positive change - and they hope the votes will reflect that.
Top of the south councils to decide on Māori wards
This week three councils at the top of the South Island will have to decide on the future of Māori wards in accordance with the Government's changes to the Electoral Act. Samantha Gee has more. Audio
Council's energy costs up 40%: 'It's pretty scary'
High power prices are not just hurting manufacturers, they could cause rates hikes too.
Blackball residents asked to boil water until at least mid-week
Heavy rain means drinking water is being taken from a local river, which is sometimes not of acceptable quality.
Legal action possible if upgrades to remove sewage plant stench not done
If upgrades to Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant are not done on time, councils and Wellington Water could face a fine or prosecution under the Resource Management Act.
Union taking Wellington pamphlets case to Human Rights Commission
The union says NZ Post threatened individual disciplinary action posties who refused to deliver the document earlier in the week. Audio
Beam e-scooters to be taken off Wellington streets
Wellington City council has temporarily kicked e-scooter company Beam off the city's streets, following allegations it has run a larger fleet of e-scooters than it is allowed to.
Councils overwhelmingly voting to keep Māori wards
More than half of the 45 district, city and regional councils have voted in the past month, with all but two choosing to retain their Māori seats for the 2025 elections.
Blackball residents told to boil their drinking water
Residents in the Grey district town of Blackball are being asked to boil their drinking water until further notice.
'Beautiful, gentle soul': Rotorua acknowledges death of Kiingi Tuheitia
New Zealand's longest-serving councillor has shared his sadness after the death of his long-time friend, Kiingi Tuheitia, who died on Friday morning.
Local Government Minister 'committed' to removing iwi representation from Canterbury Regional Council
Minister Simeon Brown said he was disappointed by the regional council's refusal.
Wellington City Council staff recommended to abandon $32m Reading Cinemas last year
Documents relating to the deal released under the Official Information Act to RNZ show council staff recommended the deal should be abandoned in April 2023.
Unclear whether gang patches at council meeting broke law
Patched Mongrel Mob members performed a haka in regional council chambers to celebrate a decision to keep Māori wards.
Stores fear loss of business under Auckland's new liquor curfew
Some South and West Auckland liquor stores fear they could lose up to 40 percent of their business under new liquor sale rules. Audio
'Nothing good happens after nine o'clock when you're out buying grog' - Chch mayor
Christchurch mayor Phil Mauger has added his voice to the call for the city to investigate 9pm closing for off-licence liquor outlets. Audio
The Panel with Mark Sainsbury & Sue Bradford (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Mark Sainsbury & Sue Bradford discuss changes to Auckland's Local Alcohol Plan - no booze from the botteshop after 9PM. Plus - is it right for the… Audio
Whangārei District Council votes against scrapping Māori ward
Whangārei District councillors have voted down a motion to abolish their Māori ward in a two-hour, often emotional debate.
