Local Council
One children's author sweeps Gisborne's most-borrowed books list
Dav Pilkey wrote all five of Gisborne's most-borrowed library books last year.
Council opens door to private management of Rotorua Night Market
It's the latest potential shift for the long-running Thursday event.
Funding shake-up sparks fears for fragile road to Cape Palliser
Funding for the popular road along Wairarapa's south coast to Ngawi and Cape Palliser is changing, with locals anxious to ensure the vulnerable route is future-proofed.
Government rate-capping policy to exempt major weather events
The rates capping policy is still being developed.
States of Emergency now far more frequent across New Zealand
New data shows New Zealanders are spending far more time under States of Emergency than a decade ago, driven by increasingly frequent storms and fires. Gisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz says regions must… Audio
Fight to save tourist route from the sea
The road to Cape Palliser risks being reclaimed by the sea, with the community and the council seeking a permanent fix.
Sir Tim Shadbolt: Pineapple, cheese and 33 arrests
The long-serving mayor will be remembered not only for a life service, but for his own style, charisma and upbeat charm. Video
Free week of bus travel, as Hawke’s Bay unveils major network shake-up
The new service replaces the previous MyWay trial, which ends on 23 January.
Sir Tim Shadbolt's Invercargill funeral service details revealed
The former Waitematā and Invercargill mayor died on Thursday, aged 78.
'It's the Kiwi thing to do': Aucklanders question fines for washing cars at home
Aucklanders express surprise over potential $1500 fines for washing cars on driveways, calling the rules unfair and poorly publicised.
New home for rare skinks takes shape on Napier’s Marine Parade
Experts are relocating the skinks to make way for a $37.4 million stormwater infrastructure project between Maraenui and Te Awa.
A walk through a forest that's closed to the public
Wainuiomata Regional Park forest is home to centuries-old trees, along with kiwi, but is under threat.
Wither Hills Farm Park access could ‘change rapidly’ as temperatures soar
MetService has forecast 33C for Friday, 31C for Saturday, and 30C for Sunday as a westerly flow brings scorching heat across the South Island.
High-risk intersection near Havelock North to get $2.7m roundabout upgrade
It's among the district's highest-risk locations, with 10 crashes, including one fatality, over the past five years.
Carterton council focusing on what’s best for residents: Cretney
Cretney thought the government's proposal to scrap regional councils could present some opportunities, if skills were retained.
Mayoral Relief Fund activated for Horowhenua residents after severe weather
Mayor Bernie Wanden said the weather has been incredibly challenging for many people, particularly over the holidays.
Wood seller urges crackdown over 'firewood cowboys' on Facebook
"They don't pay tax, lack safety standards, and sell poor-quality products which are harming consumers, legitimate businesses, and the wider community," John Caulton claims.
The tragic story behind Hawke’s Bay’s blossom spot
The Pakowhai Rd site is near the scene of a fatal car crash on the Chesterhope Bridge in 1998.
'For Wairarapa an amalgamation proposal will help': Wilde
In a summer series on Wairarapa leaders' views on the government's proposed local council reforms, South Wairarapa mayor Dame Fran Wilde shares her perspectives.
Northland’s population to quadruple with summer tourist influx
More than 800,000 visitors typically flood into the region over the summer peak.
