Infrastructure

Wellington Water believes there is a high likelihood raw sewage has leaked into harbour due to a broken pipe.

The iwi wants a clause added requiring "decision-makers" to consult specifically with it on decisions relating to its territory.

Dirty nappies, old shoes and electronics keep turning up in the recycling - and it's not on, Auckland's council says. Audio

The scheme means stop banks and spillways can get underway sooner, the government says.

Work is under way to develop the Kaikōura to Hāpuku section of the Whale Trail, a shared use pathway from Picton to Kaikōura.

There are big days in Kaitāia, and there are absolutely enormous days. Wednesday was one of the latter.

The future of a troubled redevelopment project is being mulled by Antarctica New Zealand's board after expected costs snowballed to almost $500 million.

Analysis - Certainty for Southland, the energy market and successive governments is valuable, but the smelter may have found a way to earn millions in subsidies.

New census data reveals the district with the most rapid population growth is in Canterbury.

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.

The nation's most troublesome stretch of State Highway 1 will be driveable in a matter of months - if no more major storms hit.

The proposal doesn't address Akaroa's leaky pipes and will cost $100,000 per sewer connection, according to locals.

The proposals for a revamped Eden Park and the downtown stadium, known as Quay Park, will be recommended for approval