Local Council
Zombie fish discovered in Northland river
The health of a Northland river is in the spotlight following the discovery of so-called zombie fish and high levels of an unexpected pollutant. Peter de Graaf went to Dargaville to hear from worried… Audio
Proposal to merge Southland's councils could save money says mayor
A proposal to merge Southland's four councils into two is being criticised as giving ratepayers "hugs and rainbows" by Gore's mayor Ben Bell. Southland District Mayor Rob Scott spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Access to doctors a growing problem for Northland
Dargaville Hospital continues to operate without enough doctors, Northland reporter Peter de Graaf updates the story Audio
'Over-governed': Mayor calls for merger of councils
The proposal would save an estimated $10 million annually.
Nobby Clark says sorry - again
Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark has ticked off his second and final public apology.
Fix on way for 92-year-old pipe in New Plymouth
The clay pipe has carried wastewater from Pukekura Park and 600 homes in the central city since 1932.
Watercare’s Clarks Beach wastewater plan faces pushback
A group tasked with protecting the Manukau Harbour wants Watercare to look at a longer-term solution for supporting the population growth in rural south Auckland.
The big insurance bill falling on Masterton ratepayers
The council says its secret settlement with Health NZ over Wairarapa Hospital defects is only one factor, and all local bodies are facing rising premiums.
Christchurch council to review dog walking bylaws
A professional dog walker fears her business could be in jeopardy if Christchurch City Council limits the number of dogs she can walk at any one time.
Council unanimous on keeping Māori ward
It's disappointing to be put in the position of having to vote on the ward's future, the mayor says.
Buller council releases heavily redacted audit
A forensic audit of the council's controversial Project Management Office has found "inadequate management" and a "lack of critical controls".
$1 farm track to form new walking trail
The Waimakariri District Council has given its backing to the new trail through farmland alongside the North Brook Stream, near Rangiora.
Investigation in Southland over Bluff boat cleaning facility
Southland authorities are investigating pollutants and pests in the water around a boat cleaning facility - reporter Matt Rosenberg has the story Audio
'We've lost control': Farmers push for new breakaway council
A group is calling for six district councils to amalgamate and end their involvement in Environment Canterbury.
Bollard battle: Car access may return to picnic spot
Cars could once again be able to drive up to a popular Canterbury picnic spot and lookout - at least for now.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 12 August 2024
On today's episode, hundreds of people including a helicopter are searching for a five-year-old boy who's been missing in a rural area south of Gisborne since yesterday afternoon, the Government is… Audio
City leaders digest report into state of Auckland
City leaders in Tamaki Makaurau are digesting a report cards of sorts for Auckland showing our largest city is slipping as a great place to live compared to similar cities around the world. Tataki… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 12th August 2024
On today's episode, the Paris games have come to an end, we look back on the best moments with Barry Guy and Felicity Reid who are in Paris, we also hear from the parents of double gold medallist… Audio
Lincoln to finally get long-awaited town centre revamp
A Canterbury town's makeover is due to begin this year, eight years after the plans were first adopted.
Confusion in Gisborne: Councillors mistakenly vote for stricter alcohol rules
Councillors mistakenly voted for stricter rules, thinking they were removing CBD restrictions.
