Local Council

Just a few weeks into a major infrastructure upgrade in central Nelson, local businesses were weathering the disruptions differently.

The Otago Regional Council has approved the Macraes operation until 2030, through a non-notified process.

First-time Auckland councillors have given their maiden speeches, sharing their priorities for the next three years.

Candidate Jess Te Huia made the application to Porirua District Court last month.

Christchurch and Auckland councils argued the Medium Density Residential Standards were not right for their cities.

It is part of a $22 million flood protection project for the cyclone-hit community of Whirinaki.

The only female elected member at a southern council admits you sometimes have to put on "armour" for the job.

There's gold in the water in Hastings, or at least in the way they're helping people learn about it.

The Remuneration Authority has set pay for elected members across Whanganui, Ruapehu, Rangitīkei and Horizons Regional councils.

The city is opening the door to six-storey terraced housing and apartment-style living - upsetting some locals.

Local boards across Auckland have officially begun their new term, after completing inaugurations and electing chairpersons and deputy chairs for the next three years.

A community vision to bring the birds back to Methven is taking root.

In the final count, councillor Mark Vincent lost his seat in the Otamatea Ward by just two votes to council newcomer Denise Rogers.

The Otago Regional Council said communications and water supplies were disrupted as backup systems were failed.

A neighbour of Eden Park is "loving" the possibility of restrictions being loosened at the stadium to allow for more concerts and events. Audio

At least two newly elected councillors will be accessing newly available support after facing harassment and threats during the local government elections.