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Iwi And Council In Taranaki Partnering To Restore Waitara River
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 6:55 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
Te Kāhui o Maru tumu whakarae Anaru Marshall said the council and iwi had established an enduring legal relationship over the river, also known as Te Awaroa. More >>
DOC Makes Progress With Rare Kiwi On The West Coast
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 6:52 pm | Vihan Dalal - Local Democracy Reporter
Haast tokoeka is the rarest of four types of tokoeka kiwi: Haast, Northern Fiordland, Southern Fiordland and Stewart Island. More >>
‘From Levin To The Edge Of The Universe’: Matariki Celebrations Reach Beyond The Stars
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 6:49 pm | Rebecca Hogan - Local Democracy Reporter
Mogoanu ran the Levin sessions, and told the 20-plus children and guardians nestled in the planetarium they were on a mission “from Levin to the edge of the universe”. More >>
Rotorua's 'Little Big Ben' Rings Again After Years Of Silence
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 2:20 pm | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
Rotorua residents are welcoming the return of the century-old landmark. More >>
Quarry Land Swap Gains Habitats, Loses Area For Rare Native Trees
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 2:14 pm | Justin Wong - Local Democracy Reporter
Ward ranked the indigenous flora value of the regional park land to be “moderate-high” but the land it was exchanging for was a combined “low-moderate”. More >>
What’s Next For Sams Creek After Failed Mining Bid?
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 2:07 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
A controversial application to mine gold at Tasman's Sams Creek has been denied, but what will happen with the land in the future? Could it still be mined, or can it be protected? More >>
More Students, More Accommodation: University's Growth Plans Detailed
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 2:01 pm | Ayla Yeoman - Local Democracy Reporter
The documents show the council money will help pay for the proposed accommodation block at 219-221 Cameron Rd, where Kale Print used to be. More >>
Proposed Concrete Plant Not Welcome In Rural Community
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 1:42 pm | Jordan Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
The planned site is situated off State Highway 2 on Irish Road. Locals Noelene Gallagher and Tash Brownlee have questioned the plant’s impact on road safety and health. More >>
Twizel Community Hub Given Green Light, But Now Needs The Funds
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 1:37 pm | Claire Taylor - Local Democracy Reporter
Owned by the Twizel Community Care Trust, the hub would provide social and welfare services, and space for community groups and organisations such as Twizel Radio and Twizel Promotions. More >>
Mussel Harvest Closure Sought To Refill Food Basket At Ōhiwa Harbour In Bay Of Plenty
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 1:32 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
A sharp decline in Ōhiwa Harbour mussel stocks has led Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa to embark on a regeneration programme that is beginning to show signs of success. More >>
Stratford Warned Single Council Might Be Best
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 10:29 am | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
Te Runanga o Ngāti Ruanui policy manager Graham Young said a single council would inevitably be based in New Plymouth. More >>
Mackenzie Mayor Defends Post Urging Visitors To Stay Away
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 10:24 am | Claire Taylor - Local Democracy Reporter
On Friday, Mackenzie District mayor Scott Aronsen issued a message via social media asking people to reconsider travelling to Tekapo over the long weekend. More >>
‘Calm The Farm Guys’: Barbs Fly At Southland Council Summit
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 10:19 am | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
Te Ao Mārama chair and former Invercargill City Council mana whenua representative Reverend Evelyn Cook hoped those gathered could land on solutions which would be beneficial for future generations. More >>
From Plans To Play: Tenders Open For Carterton Park Revamp
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 10:13 am | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
“Carrington Park is a valued community asset, and this upgrade will see it serve local families and visitors well into the future," says Carterton Mayor Steve Cretney. More >>
'Knee-deep' Potholes Damage Newly Rebuilt Stetch Of Canterbury Highway
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 8:55 am | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
NZTA’s maintenance and operations area manager, Mark Pinner said the badly damaged section, just south of Ashburton, will be repaired as soon as possible. More >>
Submitters Favour Single Hawke’s Bay Council
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 8:45 am | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Napier council’s Executive Director of Strategy & Urban Development, Rachael Bailey said information and modelling would help councillors set direction. More >>
Napier Councillor Running For NZ First At General Election - In A Different Region
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 3:02 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
The first-term councillor said the move would not affect her role at Napier City Council, at this stage. More >>
Waihī Swimming Pool’s Last Gasp For Air As Pivotal $285,000 Bill Looms For Council
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 2:58 pm | Jordan Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
Multiple issues plague the pool, including an urgently needed new chlorine system as the existing one caused an evacuation last year. More >>
Groyne Could Be Key To Easing Wairoa Flood Risk, Crown Manager Says
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 2:54 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Crown Manager Lawrence Yule says a training groyne near Pilot Hill at the rivermouth could have helped prevent the latest flooding in the Northern Hawke’s Bay township. More >>
New Home For Hamilton’s Tallest Residents Nearly Complete
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 2:50 pm | Jordan Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
The building is a relief for zoo director Dr Baird Fleming, who said it allows staff to provide “modern best practices” for two of their most popular animals. More >>
