Local Council
Anger as commissioners push housing change ahead of election
On the same day that nominations for the council election closed, unelected commissioners sent a letter to the government asking it to overrule independent planning recommendations.
Auckland congestion charge: Council moves to design scheme
Auckland Council plans to launch the new charge alongside the City Rail Link in 2026.
What happens when your town's cemetery runs out of space?
With an average of two burials a week, Taruheru Cemetery is expected to be full within 10 years.
Councils weigh up benefits of 'regional deals'
The North Canterbury leaders say they are keen to explore options which could see councils working together in partnerships with central government.
Wellington councillors agree to more transport planning around CBD
Wellington councillors won't be putting the Golden Mile project on hold, but they have committed to more transport planning for the central business district.
Wellington City Council votes on whether to put Golden Mile project on hold
The Wellington City Council will vote today on a motion to put the Golden Mile pedestrianisation project on hold. Audio
Road funding cuts for emergency events: Gisborne to fight NZTA plan
Mayor Rehette Stoltz is concerned NZTA's proposed policy changes would reduce emergency funding.
Security a growing issue outside Puke Ariki in New Plymouth
RNZ reporter in Taranaki Robin Martin tells Nathan about street crime in the central New Plymouth area, and the ongoing murder trial of Leigh Beer, that he's been covering. Audio
First step towards stricter alcohol rules for Christchurch
It comes a decade after it embarked on a failed million-dollar attempt to introduce a local alcohol policy (LAP) in the city.
Shortland Street actor ends hunger strike over Israel-Gaza war
Will Alexander wants his council to back more aid for the UN Palestinian refugee agency.
Precinct Properties spreads wings into building of high density accommodation
The NZX listed property developer is making a big push into residential developments in Auckland.
Restoring land to mana whenua marks 'exciting new relationship'
The legal process to transfer the land, which the $306 million civic precinct Te Manawataki O Te Papa is being built on, to a joint trust is complete.
The Panel with Shane Te Pou and Ruth Money (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Ruth Money and Shane Te Pou react to the onoging story of funding for cancer drugs and talk to Gisbourne Mayor Rehette Stolz who is part of a group… Audio
Council urged to support NRL bid with $50m revenue potential, global appeal
A Christchurch-based league club NRL bid could bring in about $50m to the city per season, council has been told.
Light installations to usher in Matariki for Aucklanders
The city centre will see its largest-scale Matariki lighting installations ever this month.
Where is the fastest-growing region in NZ?
New census data reveals the district with the most rapid population growth is in Canterbury.
Could local councils be moving to four-year terms?
Nelson mayor Nick Smith - who will chair the local government reform group - says the use of postal voting is "unsustainable". Audio
Selwyn district fastest growing region in New Zealand
Canterbury's Selwyn district has been crowned the country's fastest growing region in the latest census data. Niva Chittock reports. Audio
Horowhenua mayor says behaviour at car meet 'disgraceful'
Horowhenua's mayor is appalled by the behaviour of people at a car meet in Levin that descended into chaos on Saturday night. Mayor Bernie Wanden spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
New housing in Auckland stalled by wastewater upgrades
While Auckland Council is still issuing resource consents to developers in Warkworth, no wastewater connections can be made to properties south of the river until next year.
