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Ashburton’s Second Bridge Signed Off

Monday, 7 April 2025, 7:03 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter

An agreement is now in place to manage the construction of the second Ashburton bridge and connecting road as one project. More >>

How AI Could Change The Way Councils Operate

Monday, 7 April 2025, 7:01 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter

Environment Canterbury has established a working group to consider the impacts of AI and advancing technology. More >>

Town’s Historic Water Tower To Get Makeover

Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:57 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter

The structure forms an important part of the town’s history, but has fallen into disrepair of late. More >>

Cash Shortfall Threatens 125-year-old Art Gallery

Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:53 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter

Staffing has been reduced and depreciation funding abandoned as costs continue to rise for Nelson’s Suter Art Gallery. More >>

‘Clearly Anti-Māori’: Local Leaders Slam Member’s Bill On Race-Based Services

Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:14 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter

"We need to continue speaking out against the government about this. Ka whawhai tonu tātou. We all benefit as New Zealanders when our indigenous people do well – nobody loses, because we all win,” Dr Will Flavell says. More >>

Polyfest Is Shaping Educational Futures For New Zealands's Pacific Youth, Says Tutor

Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:10 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter

Performers are also building confidence, sharpening academic skills, and finding belonging often missing in traditional classrooms, a tutor says. More >>

Dog Bite Prevention Week: Mum Recalls ‘Horrendous Aftermath’ Of Dog Attack On Son

Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:09 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter

The Auckland mum is sharing her story as part of Dog Bite Prevention Week. More >>

Rotorua Public Feedback Sought On Draft Annual Plan, Local Water Done Well Options

Saturday, 5 April 2025, 9:11 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter

Public can provide input until May 5 on the council's new feedback website. More >>

Canterbury Farmers Ask MPs To Cut Red Tape

Saturday, 5 April 2025, 6:03 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter

North Canterbury farmers called on Government ministers to remove red tape at a woolshed meeting on Friday. More >>

Polyfest At 50: A Cultural Beacon In Need Of Sustained Support For The Future

Saturday, 5 April 2025, 5:28 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter

Seiuli Terri Leo-Mauu, the festival director, says there is a lack of sustainable financial support, pointing to recent challenges like inclement weather affecting gate sales. Passion alone cannot secure the festival’s legacy. More >>

Local Elections: Two Northland Mayors Face In-House Challenges

Friday, 4 April 2025, 9:10 pm | Susan Botting - Local Democracy Reporter

A potential battle between FNDC Mayoral foes Tepania (34) and one-time Deputy Mayor Ann Court is on the cards. And first term WDC Mayor Vince Cocurullo (51) is being challenged for his role from sitting councillor, Maungatapere’s Marie Olsen. More >>

Animal Remains Dumped In Central Hawke’s Bay River

Friday, 4 April 2025, 9:03 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter

Central Hawke’s Bay mayor Alex Walker has described the dumping as “disgusting” and says it undermines the community’s image. More >>

Dozens Of Staff Affected By Southland Council Shakeup

Friday, 4 April 2025, 8:56 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter

A total of 58 new roles will be created as part of the process, which also impacts general manager positions. More >>

First Health Check-up For West Coast Estuaries

Friday, 4 April 2025, 8:54 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter

Testing will be carried out on some West Coast estuaries, from northern Buller to South Westland. Until now the council has focused on water quality upstream in rivers and lakes. More >>

Whakatāne Events Back With A Vengeance

Friday, 4 April 2025, 8:53 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter

Among the many events in Whakatāne district this weekend will be the first three Eastern Bay events from the regional Flavours of Plenty festival. These include a Tamariki Foodie Fair, The Big Fat Greek Cypriot Feast and the sold out Late Summer ... More >>