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Property Owner Wins Dispute Over Expansion Plans
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:38 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
A building consent application to expand an office space in Martinborough should have been accepted by the council. More >>
‘Bloody Horrific’: Worm Pest Gains Stronghold In Far North
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:34 pm | Susan Botting - Local Democracy Reporter
The Christchurch-based Federation of Arable Research is warning New Zealand will likely for the first time see four fall army worm generations this season, which will most likely play out in the Far North. More >>
Crown Finally Bows To Tupuna Maunga
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:28 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
On Thursday Parliament officially recognised Taranaki Maunga as a tupuna maunga – an ancestral mountain. More >>
Architect Selected To Design New Pavilion At Blenheim’s A&P Park
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:23 pm | Maia Hart - Local Democracy Reporter
The proposed pavilion - at the home of Marlborough Football, the Marlborough Farmers’ Market, and the A&P Show - was talked about as early as 2011 in a sports facilities plan. More >>
‘Frustrating’: Safer Crossing Lights Delayed In South Wairarapa
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:21 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
South Wairarapa District Council confirmed this week that MMS Group had vacated the site in December, had not returned, and had told the council they had ceased trading. More >>
Former Council Boss Urges Nelson Tasman To Consider Merging
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:19 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
A newly-released report by the Tasman council's former chief executive said it was in the best interest of the region for its two councils to cooperate more extensively and explore amalgamation. More >>
Tauranga’s First Māori Ward Councillor Mikaere Sydney Resigns
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:17 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Sydney developed a rare form of encephalitis after contracting a virus in July last year. Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain. More >>
Descendant: How 24 Hours In History Shaped This Local Politician’s Views
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:10 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
Chandulal-Mackay says since that time he’s made a conscious effort to dig into and understand the history. More >>
Proposed Blenheim Street Names Divide Councillors Again
Friday, 31 January 2025, 8:06 pm | Maia Hart - Local Democracy Reporter
Finding the right names for new streets remains a peak to summit, with three proposals dividing councillors. More >>
‘Massive Revitalisation’: The New Builds Changing The Face Of Tauranga
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 10:15 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Tauranga City Council building services manager Steve Pearce said there had been “significant development” in the suburb of Tauriko and the CBD. More >>
‘Disappointed’: Rangiora After-hours Clinic Promises Fall Flat
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 10:09 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The wait is dragging on for a promised after-hours medical centre in Rangiora. More >>
Community Voice ‘Essential’ For Canterbury’s Freshwater Issues
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 10:07 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Local zone committee chairs are hopeful a local community voice will be retained under proposed new freshwater leadership. More >>
Ashburton Council Gets Stockwater Exit Work Underway
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 10:03 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Ashburton District Council has kicked off its programme to exit its district-wide stockwater service. More >>
‘Outrageous’ And ‘Pointless’ – Speed Limit Reversals For Nelson Tasman
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 9:53 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Two automatic speed limit reversals on State Highway 6 have upset and surprised locals, though consultation on raising the speed limit on the road to Blenheim has some support. More >>
Homeowners Trapped In Limbo As Whirinaki Flood Resilence Costs Rise
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 9:51 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Whirinaki resident Lyn Noanoa says Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has to be accountable and do what it said it would. More >>
Tuk-tuk Brightens Up Ōtara With Free Rides, Karaoke And Lollies
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 9:49 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Terangi Parima, CEO of The Community Builders NZ Trust, says the tuk-tuk’s mission is about spreading happiness. More >>
‘Milestone For Whanganui’: Māori And Council Draft Agreement Released Early
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 9:44 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
The release on Wednesday morning follows requests from residents to see the full document rather than the summary previously provided by the council. More >>
Waimakariri Pushes To Keep Rates Rise Under 5%
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 9:42 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Waimakariri District Council is looking to keep to its promise to keep its average rates rise under 5%. More >>
Free, Community Celebration At Waitangi Ki Manukau
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 9:40 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
There will be Waitangi Day events across Auckland, including at Barry Curtis Park, Parrs Park and Point England Reserve. More >>
New Amberley Cricket Ground Gets The Nod Despite Opposition
Thursday, 30 January 2025, 9:38 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Hurunui District Council has adopted its new reserve management plan, but opposition remains to establishing a cricket ground at Amberley's Village Green. More >>
