Local Council
Northland councils team up on local government reform
Northland's four councils are presenting a shared vision, following the proposal for local government reform.
Northland leaders want more local involvement at Waitangi
Northland Regional Council chairperson Pita Tipene says 'too often people look to Wellington' for leadership.
From 'really useful' to 'pointless': Gisborne councillors split on social media
LGNZ now runs training on safe, effective social media use, popular with younger members.
Wellington Water treatment plant 'catastrophic failure' - mayor
Wellington Water's chief executive said an inspection of the the Moa Point wastewater treatment plant today has revealed the damage is as bad as they feared. An equipment breakdown at the plant has… Audio
Concerns Wellington waste water treatment plant spill will put species at risk
DOC's worried seventy million litres of raw sewage being pumped into the sea around the capital could contaminate a nearby marine reserve... and put several species at risk. The beaches are off limits… Audio
Popular footbridge saved but seismic work off the table
There's been a years-long fight over the City to Sea bridge that connects Wellington's waterfront to the central city.
Wellington Water CEO Pat Dougherty speaks to Guyon Espiner
The capital faces an environmental catastrophe after the shutdown of the Moa Point treatment plant. Wellington Water CEO Pat Dougherty spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
Cat plague has Ōpōtiki residents calling for rule changes
Ōpōtiki residents whose properties are being overrun by cats are urging the council to instate a policy to restrict numbers.
'Unlikely' Mount landslide area will remain campsite - mayor
Mahé Drysdale said any decisions on the future of the land surrounding the landslide will require conversations with iwi, communities, and people closely affected by the tragedy.
'Nothing prepares you for it': Mayor's 'confronting' days after deadly landslide
Tauranga mayor Mahé Drysdale has described the days following the Mauao landslide tragedy as "the hardest week of my life".
Otago Peninsular close to being possum free
Tess Brunton reports from the neighbourhoods around Otago and Southland, this week she tells us a lovely story of an iconic Peter Pan statue. Audio
Cries of 'shame on you' as council drops vehicle-free beach zones
There was anger in the public gallery as Clutha council voted to drop an investigation into safe zones on beaches to protect wildlife.
Homeowners not advised of flood buyout rule change, advocate says
The change means the homes can be lived in, and the council will not have to pay up to $14 million buying out the properties.
Mayor doubles down on ‘media protocol’
Buller's new mayor has doubled down on his refusal to speak to reporters, saying he plans to keep it up as long as he's mayor.
'Mallowpuff' lane dividers to replace controversial 'Tim Tams'
Some of New Plymouth's concrete cycleway separators are set to be replaced.
'In crisis every day': Help needed for community affected by foul-smelling sewage plant
Bromley community leader Jackie Simons has made an emotional plea to the council for more help to be provided to those affected by the foul stench pouring from Bromley Wastewater Plant. Audio
Karaoke bar with chequered history sacks staff, withdraws booze application mid-hearing
Deluxe karaoke bar can no longer sell alcohol after a shareholder fired its only qualified duty managers and withdrew its on-licence renewal application.
$70m needed before 2050 to fix Waitaki coastal erosion
A new report commissioned by the council has revealed another $80 million is needed to protect the entire Ōamaru sewage system by 2125.
Council ratepayers overcharged after rates mistake
In December, concerns were raised about rates revenue being higher than expected.
More than 2000 complaints about 'horrific' stench from treatment plant
The smell has left people battling nausea, worsening asthma, sleepless nights and deteriorating mental health. Audio
