Local Council
Whanau admits govt 'right to be concerned' about council
Wellington's mayor says ministers are "right to be concerned from what they've seen" at the council, but denies it is in shambles. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 16 October 2024
In today's episode, inflation has slowed to its lowest level in three and a half years, with the annual inflation rate now at 2.2 percent and Wellington City Councillors are holding an urgent meeting… Audio
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau on calls for govt intervention
Wellington's mayor Tory Whanau has requested a meeting with the local government minister after her council was described as a shambles. Whanau spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Wellington City Councillors hold urgent meeting
Wellington City Councillors are holding an urgent meeting on Wednesday afternoon after the government signalled it was considering an intervention, calling the council "a shambles". Former local… Audio
Can the govt step in to take control over Wellington City Council?
Explainer - The government says it's prepared to intervene if needed, but what is allowed under law, and how bad is it?
Tauranga votes to fluoridate water, but mayor questions safety
Mahé Drysdale has voted against adding fluoride to the city's water supply, saying he has "real question marks around safety" and wants more assurances it did not pose a risk.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 16 October 2024
On today's episode, the leader of the opposition, Labour's Chris Hipkins, says the threshold for intervention at the Wellington City Council hasn't been met yet, the number of beneficiaries being… Audio
Rongotai MP on govt intervention at Wellington City Council
A Wellington MP says the government looking at intervening with Wellington City Council is a thinly veiled attempt to assert control in a city where it was overwhelmingly rejected by voters. Rongotai… Audio
Labour leader on calls for govt intervention at Wellington City Council
The leader of the opposition, Labour's Chris Hipkins, says the threshold for intervention at the Wellington City Council hasn't been met yet. Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
An alternative approach to berm plantings
Most councils in Perth encourage residents to plant their grass verges - in contrast to New Plymouth where a woman faces a $1000 fine.
Where to now for the Wellington City Council?
Dr Andy Asquith, formerly of Massey University, now with the Institute for Public Policy and Governance at the University of Technology Sydney joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Dooley vs Cleine defamation case: If anyone lied, it was Dooley - lawyer
"Some witnesses saw a fist, others did not," Buller Mayor Jamie Cleine's lawyer told the court in his closing submission.
West Coast district plan costs soar
The document, meant to cover the the planning rules for Buller, Grey and Westland, has cost has cost the West Coast Regional Council $5.6 million since 2019.
Neighbours score win in battle against ex All Black's helipad
Ali Williams and Zuru co-founder Anna Mowbray want to land a chopper at their Westmere property - but now neighbours will get a chance to have their say.
Wellington mayor dodges questions over ministers' threat to intervene in council
Nicola Willis says the council is a "shambles" and Simeon Brown says he's looking at options for stepping in. Audio
Tauranga hospo businesses call out footpath fees
Hospitality business in Tauranga are crying foul over a newly enforced licence fee for outdoor dining areas set up on footpaths. Changes to rules mean businesses wanting to use the footpath must pay… Audio
Govt may intervene in Wellington City Council management
The Local Government Minister says he is seeking advice on options to intevene in Wellington City Council following plans to change its long term plan. The comments came after the the city council… Audio
Levin residents angry over council decision to stop mowing berms
Levin residents are up in arms over a council decision to stop mowing berms as part of cuts to reduce a rate increase. Audio
Tasman dog walkers upset by beach rules to protect birds
New dog rules across the Tasman region - and they're not proving popular with some, reporter Max Frethy told us why Audio
Anti-rainbow crossing petition 'disgusting' - Pride advocate
Gordy Lockhart campaigned for six years to get a rainbow crossing in Tauranga - and complaints started as soon as it was approved.
