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Final Kilometre Of Tarawera Sewerage Pipeline Work To Restart
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:22 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
Works were paused in February during Environment Court proceedings. More >>
Rule Forces Carterton Speed Reconsult
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:19 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Carterton District Council is preparing to reconsult on speed changes. More >>
Minister Directs Health NZ To Revive Stalled Health Centre
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:18 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
‘Very Encouraging’: Ruapehu mayor Weston Kirton has welcomed the Health Minister’s push for progress on a rural health centre. More >>
‘Unfair’: Mount Businesses Struggle With Proposed Dining Fees
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:16 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Tauranga City Council is proposing to charge cafes, bars and restaurants a yearly fee of $50 per square metre of footpath they use for tables and chairs. More >>
Te Rōpū Manukura Crowned Champions At Rescheduled Māori Stage Of Polyfest50
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:09 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
With strong support from schools and efficient coordination, the celebration ended on a high note, showcasing youth talent and cultural pride. More >>
Surf Instructor Seeks Speed Reduction On Beach-Side Road
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:01 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
Mr Dobbin addressed Whakatāne District Council’s infrastructure and planning committee on Thursday to ask for the speed limit on a section of the road to be reduced to 30kmh and the turn-around area around the toilets to be reduced to 10kmh. More >>
Gisborne Dreams Big With Indoor Sports Facility
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:58 pm | Zita Campbell - Local Democracy Reporter
The proposed $22.09M centre includes three courts, with a future fourth planned. More >>
New Pipes Could Boost Development In North East Ashburton
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:54 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Extending water services to the north east of Ashburton could “open up opportunity for development that doesn’t currently exist”. More >>
Power Company Warned After Leaving Material In Stream
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:50 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
Despite the company saying it did not leave any materials near a stream which could adversely impact the environment, the regional council was quick to identify a breach and began investigations. More >>
Lake Camp Water Levels Improve – But ‘Still Quite Low’
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:49 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Lake Camp hasn't drained away this summer, but it hasn’t been topped up to its “normal level” either. More >>
Crackdown On Unregistered Auckland Dogs – Pay Fine Or Face Court
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:41 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
The move comes as Auckland Council looks to promote responsible dog ownership in the region. More >>
Attacks, Hoarding, Neglect: Masterton Dog Rules Under The Spotlight
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:36 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Masterton District Council recently consulted on an updated dog control policy and bylaw which attracted 135 submissions from the community. More >>
Prominent Rangiora Family Supports New Road Through Their Land
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:34 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
A proposed new Rangiora arterial route has the support of the family whose farm the road will pass through. More >>
Could A Lyttelton-Wellington Ferry Service Be Restored?
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:26 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Could a Lyttelton ferry service making New Zealand's transport network more resilient? More >>
Rangiora Students ‘Freshen Up’ Anzac Commemorations
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:22 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Rangiora High School is gearing up for Anzac Day. More >>
Commission Finds In Favour Of Ōpōtiki Council Wards
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:19 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
The commission released its determination on Tuesday, that the district will have four general and three Māori ward councillors at this year’s election as the council had decided on in September. More >>
‘Left High And Dry’: Ruapehu Mayor Demands Answers Over Delays To Rural Health Centre
Friday, 11 April 2025, 7:23 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
Ruapehu mayor Weston Kirton says his community is being stonewalled as inquiries about the planned Waimarino Wellness Centre in Raetihi go unanswered. More >>
Air Chathams may pull Whakatāne route
Friday, 11 April 2025, 7:19 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
Air Chathams needs support from Whakatāne District Council and the community if is to continue providing flights to the Eastern Bay. More >>
Surprise At Selwyn’s Representation Decision
Thursday, 10 April 2025, 7:09 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
The man who appealed the Selwyn District Council's representation review was surprised by the Local Government Commission's decision. More >>
Parents Onboard With Councils Taking Over School Buses
Thursday, 10 April 2025, 7:07 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Elected representatives and local parents across Nelson Tasman want to explore the possibility of regional councils taking over school bus services. More >>
