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Coal Tar Contamination Delays Greymouth Floodwall Upgrade

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:36 pm | Brendon McMahon - Local Democracy Reporter

The discovery of buried coal tar has caused a blip in Greymouth's flood protection upgrade. At the same time, a budget shortfall has emerged in the $2.6 million project which could reduce the scope of the stopbank improvements aimed at protecting the ... More >>

Surprise Tuatara Discovery Happened During Breeding Halt

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:34 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter

Five baby tuatara discovered at an Invercargill demolition site last week hatched amid a request from DoC and iwi to pause breeding. The discovery has been described as a "fantastic" surprise as it was believed this type of tuatara was not ... More >>

Auckland Events Centre Upgrade Missing From Long-term Plan

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:31 pm | Alka Prasad - Local Democracy Reporter

Auckland Council can't confirm whether it will fund upgrades to a South Auckland events centre, even though the venue was included in its 10-year budget proposal. More >>

‘Hell Of A Lot Better’: Millions More In Council Money For Sewerage Scheme

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:29 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter

Ratepayers will pay a greater share to reduce costs for households involved in the scheme. More >>

Gisborne Cemetery Nears Capacity, Council Explores New Options

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:28 pm | Zita Campbell - Local Democracy Reporter

Taruheru Cemetery in Gisborne, nearing full capacity, prompts council to consider future burial options. Councillors debate extending cemetery land or finding new sites, amid concerns about groundwater and development. More >>

Kiwi Rail Greenlights Hokitika Flood Protection

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:26 pm | Brendon McMahon - Local Democracy Reporter

The next stage in a $7.5 million flood protection scheme for Hokitika -- now delayed by 10 months -- should get underway soon. But the West Coast Regional Council will need to beat the all important West Coast whitebaiting season if it is to complete ... More >>

Masterton Council-owned Holiday Park ‘Struggling’

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:21 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter

Masterton’s council-owned Mawley Holiday Park is “struggling to meet financial targets”, with occupancy bookings sitting at only 50 per cent last month. A recent report to Masterton District Council said feedback suggested that Mawley Holiday ... More >>

Kaikōura’s Sea Level Rise Sparks Warning To Council

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:20 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter

A Kaikōura environmentalist believes sea level rise has sped up, leaving the town's coastline vulnerable. More >>

Nelson ‘At Risk’ Of Losing International Cricket Amid Advertising Review

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:18 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter

The restrictions around alcohol advertising at a Nelson Tasman sportsground are proposed to be eased. More >>

What Does A Future Fund Mean For Aucklanders?

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:12 pm | Alka Prasad - Local Democracy Reporter

Work is underway to create Auckland’s own investment fund, called the Auckland Future Fund. The move is part of Auckland’s 10-year budget and will “swap” its shares in Auckland Airport for less risky investments. More >>

One Plan, Three Councils And A Fair Bit Of Confusion

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 6:10 pm | Brendon McMahon - Local Democracy Reporter

Future consent costs for West Coasters wanting to develop land, mine or to build has again been raised with the West Coast Regional Council. The Government told the council in 2019 - using an Order in Council - to develop a combined district plan ... More >>

Delays For Rename Of Airport Terminal Honouring Shadbolt

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 5:57 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter

Invercargill residents will have to wait a little longer for their airport terminal to bear the name of the city’s longest serving mayor. This week, Invercargill City Council confirmed the rebrand to Sir Tim Shadbolt Terminal was taking longer than ... More >>

Residents Left ‘Anxious’ Over Surprise Council Inspection

Saturday, 8 June 2024, 5:54 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter

A recent fire safety inspection at a residential living complex left occupants anxious and frightened, a Winton man claims. But the council behind the check-up says safety is priority, and maintains interactions were “positive”. On May 23, a Southland ... More >>

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