Local Council
Wellington mayor receives supportive messages after revealing drinking problem
Tory Whanau says she's received hundreds of messages of support after admitting to having a drinking problem. But some councillors are questioning whether she's up to the job. The Wellington mayor… Audio
Allegations of blackmail over North Shore walkway stoush
Allegations of blackmail have been levelled at the owners of a North Shore property which is blocking access to walkers on a popular beach path. The owners want a heritage status removed, so they can… Audio
Some Wellington councillors question Whanau's ability to stay in role
One councillor said mayor Tory Whanau should "stand aside" while others at a meeting on Thursday expressed support.
Gisborne councillor apologises to mayor over meeting comments
A Gisborne district councillor has apologised to the mayor after criticising the council's approach to risk.
'Closer to finish line': Land return pivotal moment for Tauranga hapū
Two Tauranga hapū will be able to reconnect with their whenua with reserve land likely to be returned to them.
What's next for Auckland 'transport challenges' now light rail halted?
The government has agreed to cancel Labour's multi-billion-dollar light rail plans - but it is not clear what it will do instead.
Sea temperature in Malborough Sounds soaring
Time to check out the neighbourhood around Marlborough with our local democracy reporter Maia Hart, where temperatures are soaring in the Sounds. Audio
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau admits alcohol problem
She's admitted having a drinking problem after another incident of drunken behaviour in public and says she's since sought professional help.
'Not impressed': Councillor slams Brown's idea of leasing port
Auckland's mayor says his plan to lease council assets to pay for the rising costs of running the city is not asset stripping.
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau admits to drunken antics
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau has admitted to more drunken antics in a central city bar. She's confirmed to RNZ she has a drinking problem after multiple council sources, including supporters of the… Video, Audio
Concerns over man posing as building inspector visiting Wellington properties
The city council is warning residents to be on the alert for a man visiting homes claiming to be a building inspector.
No more poo - or portaloos - in Masterton gardens
Council supplies 21 properties with new reflux valves and wastewater tanks.
Mayor Wayne Brown proposes 'Auckland Future Fund' to help stem rates hikes
The fund would be created from leasing the port and transferring the remainder of the council's Auckland Airport shares
Mayor Brown to consult Aucklanders on possibility of leasing port
First it was selling off Auckland Airport shares - now Auckland's mayor has a new money-raising plan to lease out the city's port.
Wayne Brown says he will consult Aucklanders on what he's calling… Audio
Auckland Council to offer grants so homes can better withstand bad weather
An estimated 100 owners of storm damaged homes will receive grants to future-proof their properties and continue living in them.
Former CCC manager returns to the fold to lend 'steadying' hand
A former Christchurch City Council senior manager is returning to help the organisation, which has lost a number of senior staff in the last year.
Regional council begins probe of Lower Hutt wastewater plant stench
An investigation is being launched into a strong odour coming from the Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Dedicated rescue tug for NZ coastline likely too expensive, harbourmaster says
Greater Wellington Regional Council says recent engine troubles with the domestic cargo ship the Rangitata is a further example of where they are relying on luck to avoid shipping incidents around the…
Tourism in Wairarapa picking up after slow winter
Time now to get the latest from Wairarapa with local democracy reporter Time now to get the latest from Wairarapa with local democracy reporter Sue Teodoro. Audio
Iwi and council join forces as government signals cuts to co-governance
South Taranaki's iwi and council have drawn up a new partnership agreement just as the new coalition government plans to take an axe to co-governance.
