Local Council
Several candidates lag on financial returns after Tauranga by-election
Three months after the Tauranga city council elections, several candidates still haven't filed their expenses and donation returns.
Auckland may run out of money to implement congestion charging
The government wants Auckland to adopt the scheme first, but lack of funds may get in the way.
Investigations into Nobby Clark's conduct have cost taxpayers more than $76,000
Investigations into Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark's code of conduct breaches were the council's most expensive in the past five years.
Ratepayers carry the cost of defamation case against mayor
Buller District Mayor Jamie Cleine says ratepayers have paid out $20,000 for a defamation suit - but the true cost is much higher.
Mayor launches taskforce to support 600 redundant meatworkers
Timaru Council has launched a taskforce to help affected workers find new jobs, after Alliance Group today confirmed its Smithfield meatworks will close with a loss of 600 jobs. Alliance made the… Audio
Benches removed after 'indecent acts' at park
Two park benches at Randwick Park in Manurewa will be removed after complaints of anti-social behaviour.
'Is there not other options?' Controversial Ruataniwha Dam back on council agenda
"This is always going to be an emotional subject," but could help with water security, one councillor says. Audio
Featherston, a fairy tale of reinvention
In the space of a decade the Wairarapa town of Featherston has reinvented itself, from a broken down P-plagued problem place, to a vibrant reading centre Audio
What are the options for cash-strapped Wellington council?
City councillors could sell off the land underneath some CBD buildings to pay for the council's insurance risk.
Eatery's outdoor dining fees hiked 1500 percent
After years keeping costs flat in the wake of Covid, Queenstown's council has changed what it charges bars and restaurants to use public space for al fresco dining. Audio
Wellington Councillor on state of council
Tory Whanau met with the Local Government Minister Simeon Brown in the Beehive on Thursday morning after the government raised concerns this week about council dysfunction. Wellington Councillor Diane… Audio
Ministers keep laying into Wellington council after meeting
Tory Whanau says government intervention wasn't raised at a meeting with Simeon Brown but government ministers say they're still considering stepping in.
Wellington councillors divided on need for govt intervention
Local government minister, Simeon Brown, is set to meet with Wellington mayor Tory Whanau on Thursday to discuss her council's performance. Wellington City councillor Iona Pannett spoke to Corin Dann.
…Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau to meet Local Government Minister Simeon Brown
Wellington's Mayor Tory Whanau is meeting with the Local Government Minister Simeon Brown on Thursday as her council faces the threat of government intervention. Krystal Gibbens reports. Audio
Hunt on for killer of sea lion pup, it's Mum in The Caitlins
Who shot a sea lion pup and it's mum in the Caitlins? Tess Brunton reports on the hunt for Otago's sea lion murderer Audio
Tory Whanau pledges not to increase rates after rollercoaster day
Wellington's mayor says the council is moving forward to amend its long term plan and address its insurance risk.
Queenstown 'definitely should rethink' outdoor dining fees - Restaurant Association
President Mike Egan told Checkpoint the amount Queenstown Lakes District Council is charging is "excessive", "way over the top", and "unfair". Audio
Council buy-out for flood-damaged homes could end years of stress and suffering
The Far North District Council is considering opting in to the government scheme, which would see the council and central government split the cost of buying out desperate home owners.
The Panel with Simon Wilson and Dame Denise L'Estrange-Corbet (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Simon Wilson and Dame Denise L'Estrange-Corbet discuss the urgent Council meeting called by Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau and the great cycling lane… Audio
Berm garden drama triggers call for consistency
Homeowners are calling for consistency over berm gardens after a New Plymouth woman was threatened with a hefty fine.
