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Hundreds Of Storm Insurance Claims Across Wairarapa
Friday, 31 October 2025, 5:06 pm | Sue Teodoro - Local Democracy Reporter
A total of 200 claims were made, with Masterton having the highest number at 60 - mostly from the weather event on 21 October. More >>
Work Begins On $10.4m First Stage Of Lincoln's Town Centre Redevelopment
Monday, 27 October 2025, 9:32 am | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Lincoln is Selwyn'ssecond-largest township, with its population increasing by approximately10 percent annually since 2020. More >>
Building Law Shake-Up Gives Hope To Rotorua's Historic Blue Baths
Monday, 27 October 2025, 9:27 am | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
As Rotorua is in a medium-risk seismic zone, a timeframe of 10 years for initial assessment and 25 years for strengthening existed. More >>
From Pool Manager To Waimakariri Council Boss
Thursday, 23 October 2025, 4:48 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Waimakariri District Council chief executive Jeff Millward has completed 40 years' service in local government in Rangiora. More >>
River Gravel Extraction Plan Hits Speed Bump
Thursday, 23 October 2025, 4:45 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Environment Canterbury appointed commissioners heard an application for gravel extraction from the Waipara River, at a hearing in Waipara last week. More >>
Power Restored In Marlborough; Queues For Bakery In Blenheim
Thursday, 23 October 2025, 4:41 pm | Kira Carrington - Local Democracy Reporter
A rare red wind warning for South Marlborough and Canterbury forced flight cancellations, power outages and closures across the South Island on Thursday, with gusts of up to 150kph. More >>
New Pipes Big Enough To Supply Whakatāne
Thursday, 23 October 2025, 4:37 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
Three waters manager Jim Finlay said about 620 metres of 400mm diameter polyethylene drinking water pipe was being installed along SH30, and around 500metres of 180mm pipe along Huna Road. More >>
Wairarapa Hit By More Wild Weather
Thursday, 23 October 2025, 4:35 pm | Sue Teodoro - Local Democracy Reporter
The spokesperson for the three Wairarapa councils urged people to prepare ahead of the wild weather. More >>
Manawatū-Whanganui Civil Defence Boosting Staff Numbers As More Stormy Weather Looms
Thursday, 23 October 2025, 4:32 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
October 22, 2025 Manawatū-Whanganu residents and visitors are being urged to prepare for potentially serious weather around Labour Weekend, with heavy rain and winds forecast. Manawatū-Whanganui Civil Defence is bringing in extra staff ... More >>
Ashburton's Water Plan Receives DIA Tick
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 8:29 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Council chief executive Hamish Riach said he was pleased to hear from the Secretary for Local Government Paul James that Ashburton’s delivery plan had been assessed and accepted. More >>
Flood Defences To Be Boosted In North Canterbury
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 8:26 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Waimakariri District Council has welcomed a funding boost for two flood protection projects in the district. More >>
Iwi Seek Stake For People In Energy Future
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 8:22 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
The Iwi Leaders Forum invited energy industry players to discuss what’s coming down the pipeline and how iwi might secure a stake. More >>
Westland Mayor Pledges To Help Needy Ratepayers
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 8:14 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
Helen Lash says she's taken on board the concerns of her narrowly-defeated rival, Jacquie Grant, and her supporters. More >>
Sam Broughton Resigns As LGNZ President
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 8:09 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Broughton was elected as LGNZ president in 2023, and his tenure will come to an end at the LGNZ national council meeting in early December. More >>
New Whangārei Mayor Ken Couper Ousts Incumbent Vince Cocurullo
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 8:06 pm | Susan Botting - Local Democracy Reporter
Since Whangārei became a district with 1989 local government amalgamation, seven people have helmed the council. More >>
Waimakariri Mayor Keen To Put Heated Campaign Behind Him
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 7:53 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon has gone straight back to work this week, after winning a third term. More >>
'Pattern Of Behaviour': $38k Plan To Combat Burnouts, Drug Use On Waterfront
Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 7:40 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Tauranga council approves Harbour Drive safety upgrade to curb drug use, burnouts. More >>
Nail-Biting Win For Māori Seats At Horizons Regional Council
Sunday, 19 October 2025, 1:50 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
Horizons Regional Council will keep its two Māori constituencies after special votes pushed a paper-thin margin to a comfortable majority. More >>
Rotorua Election Results Finalised: 'Delighted' Lee Keeps Seat
Friday, 17 October 2025, 7:47 pm | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
The final results for Rotorua's election have now been declared. More >>
Candidate Loses One Vote Lead As Masterton Election Results Locked In
Friday, 17 October 2025, 6:07 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Matthews, who ended up polling third highest (2612 votes), will join the trust with fellow successful candidates Lyn Patterson (3777), Gary Caffell (3108), and Craig Bowyer (2582). More >>
