Local Council
Aucklanders offered chance to react to contentious rubbish collection plan
The council wants feedback on a proposal that's raised the ire of some in south Auckland who are worried about overloaded bins and maggots.
'Eyesore': Unlawful structures at Auckland property spark complaints from neighbours
The man deemed to be the occupant, Peter Pan, said he is "just an interpreter" for two family members working on the site.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 1 October 2025
In today's episode, the government has announced its plan in response to the challenges facing the energy market; The Ministry of Health's flu tracker shows the number New Zealanders reporting both… Audio
Hawke's Bay Regional Council faces class action lawsuit over flooding
The action alleges incompetence led to 400 properties and businesses flooding in Wairoa last year. Audio
Class action lawsuit lodged against Hawke's Bay Regional Council
A class action lawsuit is being lodged against Hawke's Bay Regional Council this week, alleging incompetence led to 400 properties and businesses flooding in Wairoa last year. Tairawhiti Hawke's Bay… Audio
Spike in homelessness overwhelms region's services
"Our numbers are going up but our financial supports are all down. There's just not enough of anything ‒ money, houses, people."
New Massey homes fall short of council consent rules
Some Massey first home buyers were shocked to find their new builds delivered with bare soil instead of finished yards. Lucy Xia reports. Audio
Manurewa election complaints prompt warning on vote integrity
Election material circulating in Manurewa allegedly urges support for a list of candidates, offers help with ballot papers, and links to community funding discussions.
Errors in voting packs could lead to change for local elections
Currently councils run local elections but recent errors have sparked calls for the Electoral Commission to take over responsibility.
Turnout stuck at 40 percent as local elections get underway
Voting for local elections is underway but turnout for them has long been stuck at about 40%, far behind general elections. Our reporters in Auckland, New Plymouth, Nelson and Christchurch hit the… Audio
22-year-old runs for Christchurch City Council
At 22, most are planning OEs or grad jobs. Xavier Dickason is running for Christchurch City Council. He spoke to Corin Dann Audio
Wellington water restrictions imposed
Level 1 water restrictions are now in place in Wellington, Lower Hutt, and Porirua.
Control efforts underway, as invasive weed threatens Otago lakes
Divers have started hand-weeding and monitoring lakes in the South Island.
Auckland mayoral race attracts less than 10 percent of voters with two weeks left
The last elections in 2022 saw 35.5 percent of those enrolled exercise their votes.
New battery recycling units launched in Lower Hutt trial
New high-tech battery recycling units are now available at three Lower Hutt locations, as part of a council-led trial.
The terrifying truth about turtles
Turtles have a relaxed reputation, but in reality they're quick-moving and aggressive, and are wreaking havoc on our native wildlife
Hamilton hopes party will get people interested in voting
A free family-friendly neighbourhood party is happening in downtown Hamilton on Saturday aiming to get people voting in the local election.
Turtles, the pet turned pest
Turtles have a relaxed reputation, but in reality they're quick-moving and aggressive, and are wreaking havoc on our native wildlife. Audio
Bay of Plenty bus fares hiked for first time in seven years
Urban fares will increase for all services across the region except for long-distance routes.
'A game-changer ': Far North cats now have to be desexed, microchipped
It is a big change for the district, which has not previously tried to restrict cats despite the almost year-round kitten season.
