Local Council
Wheelie bins aim to fix Marlborough’s recycling issues
Those tasked with Marlborough's wheelie bin roll-out say they are confident that recycling is no longer going to end up going to landfill.
Ferry to take pedestrians across harbour while bridge fixed
Locals and tourists seem to be onboard with a plan to use a ferry while a footbridge across Viaduct Harbour in central Auckland is repaired, but many reckon it will still be faster to walk. Reporter… Audio
Christchurch City Council says they intend to fund Arts Centre
Christchurch City Councillors say they are listening to the public and have every intention of funding the cash-strapped Arts Centre, despite it being left out of the draft Long-Term Plan. Niva… Audio
Marlborough District Council tells Spring Creek residents plans for stop bank
Around 80 Spring Creek residents turned out to hear the council's plans to fix the damaged stopbanks that are supposed to protect the South Island town from the Wairau River. Samantha Gee was at the… Audio
Discussions on how to reduce Auckland Ferry emissions
Maritime operators have been discussing ways for Auckland's ferry network to reach zero emissions at a conference in the city. Maia Ingoe reports. Audio
Council 'taking our business away': Wellington cafe asked to shut shop
Nikau says it was notified only a day before City Gallery Wellington publicly announced its closure - a move that will likely mean the end of the iconic cafe.
Integrated solar and agricultural farm planned for Rangitīkei
The 40 megawatt-peak farm is expected to generate electricity for about 7800 homes.
100m bridge is broken, so walkers will get free boat rides instead
An Auckland bridge permanently stuck in the up position is hitting businesses in the pocket. The solution: A boat for 60 people every half hour.
Deputy mayor 'disgusted' by response to Beyer sculpture
Carterton's deputy mayor is "disappointed" and "disgusted" at the response to a proposal to erect a memorial sculpture of the late Georgina Beyer.
Proposal to build 4-star hotel raises eyebrows in Whanganui
A council proposal to build a $55 million 4-star hotel and carpark is dividing opinion in Whanganui. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin reports. Audio
Wairoa mayor on loss of local paper
Wairoa's mayor says the loss of the local paper will erode the community's democracy. Wairoa District Council is Craig Little spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Planning for future in Palmerston North: Street upgrade faces backlash
A cars versus bikes battle continues to rage in Palmerston North after a new road layout which has separated traffic from a cycleway. Our reporter Jimmy Ellingham watched an at-times heated council… Audio
Nearly 3000 submissions received on Hamilton's long term plan
Nearly 3000 submissions have been received on the Hamilton city council's long term plan, which includes a proposed 19.9% rate rise; a shipping container is now public art and a housing programme with… Audio
Homes on slip-prone land for sale by council
The 10 homes that the council bought for $6.7 million are on the market for relocation.
Councillors vote to delay housing intensification decisions
They've delayed until the end of 2025 to use a government extension to figure the implications for residential areas.
Poor air quality forces rethink of town's industrial sites
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Mount Maunganui's poor air quality is impacting people's health, with officials saying there is a "critical need" to find alternate sites for businesses that emit pollutants.
‘Monumental’: Funding secured to fix and reopen Rotorua Museum
Construction to reopen Rotorua's iconic museum will begin next month as the council secures the final funding needed and brings down the total cost.
Northland still accessible despite Brynderwyn closure: Mayor
Whangarei's mayor wants to remind New Zealanders that Northland is still accessible, even if the road over the Brynderwyn hills will be closed for longer than expected. Mayor Vince Cocurullo spoke to… Audio
Christchurch Arts Centre trustees threatened to make council take over hub - Mayor Phil Mauger
But the Arts Centre says it is less of a threat and more of a plea for more money, or the only other option - dissolving the trust.
Returning GST to councils would cost $1.1 billion
New data shows just how much central government is collecting from tax on rates.
