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Hurunui Mayor Seeks Third Term
Saturday, 15 March 2025, 9:52 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Three waters reform is the top priority for Hurunui Mayor Marie Black, as she seeks a third term. More >>
Potential New Line-up For West Coast Regional Council Post Election
Saturday, 15 March 2025, 9:44 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
Only two of the seven councillors have confirmed they will definitely be standing again. And the Chair, Peter Haddock, is bowing out after just three years on the council. More >>
Carterton Puts Preferred Water Option To The Public
Saturday, 15 March 2025, 9:42 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Modelling for both options showed the average uninflated cost per Carterton connection would be $2814 in Year 1 of a Wairarapa-Tararua model, $2843 by Year 10, and $2567 by Year 20. More >>
Tauranga Councillor Seeks Inquiry Into Commission
Saturday, 15 March 2025, 9:40 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Mayor Mahé Drysdale said while it was “frustrating” to deal with past decisions, “stringing the commissioners up” would not help the current council move forward. More >>
Bluff Oyster Festival Risks Alcohol License Over Preference For Glass
Saturday, 15 March 2025, 8:51 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
The popular Bluff Oyster and Food Festival risks losing its ability to sell alcohol after digging its toes over glass beverages. More >>
Canterbury Chasing Regional Deal
Friday, 14 March 2025, 9:33 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Timaru mayor Nigel Bowen, said they want "do it once and do it right to set the region up for success". More >>
Game Bird Shooters Fear Shorter Season At Marlborough Lagoon
Friday, 14 March 2025, 9:32 pm | Maia Hart - Local Democracy Reporter
Grovetown Lagoon has been a "valued site" for hunting for more than 100 years. More >>
Eels Returned To Stream After Being Dumped At Compost Facility
Friday, 14 March 2025, 9:28 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Eels hauled up from a stream during digger work wound up dumped on the ground at a compost facility, infuriating a local environmentalist. More >>
Operation Trolley: Why Rotorua’s Top Cop Says Opposition Worked
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 9:06 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
Forty-five shopping trolleys were returned and 13 people were arrested, but some claimed the campaign targeted the vulnerable. More >>
Kaiapoi Bridge Upgrade To Proceed Thanks To Bequest
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 8:59 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Williams Street bridge over the Kaiapoi River is set for a facelift after a local community advocate left a large donation in his will. More >>
Hundreds Sign Petition To Keep Busy Stretch Of Rotorua Highway 80km/h
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 8:57 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
NZTA says some roads will revert automatically and others are subject to public feedback. More >>
Surge In Young Parents’ College Enrolments
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 8:46 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Karanga Mai Young Parents' College is overcoming its challenges through community support. More >>
ECan Braces For More Consent Headaches
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 8:44 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Environment Canterbury says it is on top of its consents processing requirements, after its battles. More >>
Ashburton Council Won’t Join Legal Action Over Speed Changes
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 7:49 am | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
A safe transport advocacy group is taking the government to court to stop speed limit reversals from going ahead - but Ashburton's council isn't getting on board. More >>
Councillor Opens Up About Cyberstalking Experience, Calls For Stronger Laws
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 7:47 am | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Angela Dalton highlights the risks posed to vulnerable groups, including women and children, by the increasing use of social media in stalking and harassment. More >>
‘Slap In The Face’: Gisborne Residents Fight Speed Limit Changes
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 7:45 am | Zita Campbell - Local Democracy Reporter
The public consultation for SH35 speed changes ends this Thursday. More >>
Two Months Of Travel Delays For Taranaki Highway Work
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 7:41 am | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
Waka Kotahi – the NZ Transport Agency – advised travellers to allow for the trip to take extra time and drive to the conditions on the sole highway connecting Taranaki to Waikato on to Auckland. More >>
Iwi-Māori Partnership Unveils Plan To Boost Health Outcomes From Taumarunui To Whanganui
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 7:39 am | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
A strategic five-year plan aims to address Māori health inequities, says Te Mātuku Iwi-Māori Partnership Board manu taiko/chief executive Elijah Pue. More >>
Water Reforms: Local Control Must Be Protected – Canterbury Mayors
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 7:04 am | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Councils are concerned the proposed Local Government (Water Services) Bill could result in them losing their decision-making ability if they set up a council controlled organisation. More >>
Bayden Barber Faces Challenge From Deputy In Ngāti Kahungunu Election
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 6:58 am | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Thompson Hokianga has signalled his intention to run for the top spot on the board and says he’s been wanting to stand for chairman for 16 years. More >>
