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Marina Plan To Put Nelson ‘on The Map’
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:01 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Tens of millions of dollars are planned to be spent at the Nelson Marina over the next decade. More >>
Invercargill Council Boss Returns To Work After Mysterious Absence
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 7:59 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
In response to questions, a council spokesperson said Day was entitled to request leave and have his reasons kept private, the same as any staff member. More >>
Tinwald School Welcomes Slower Speed By Crossing
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 7:55 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Principal Peter Livingstone said the change is something the school’s board had requested from the council and was pleased to see the change being made. More >>
Ashburton Community Wades Into Water Reforms
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 6:12 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Ashburton's mayor says the future of the area's water services is "the biggest decisions council will make in many, many years". More >>
Why Some Aucklanders Get Extra Votes In Local Election
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 6:10 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
"Some might ask 'how this is legal', but it certainly is: wherever you pay rates you can vote," an official says. More >>
'That's Cowardice': Councillor Condemns Gendered Threats Online
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 6:07 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
With local elections just months away, women around the country in local government have been sharing their stories of online abuse. More >>
Kaipara Council’s Demise Feared Amid Water Reforms
Monday, 14 April 2025, 3:31 pm | Susan Botting - Local Democracy Reporter
Councils have until September 3 to confirm their regionally-generated plans for managing drinking water and wastewater with the Government. More >>
Thousands Of Auckland Dog Owners Hit With Fines
Monday, 14 April 2025, 3:23 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
As of April 11, 3813 fines remain unpaid. More >>
‘Big Deal’: Hopes For Change As City Adopts First Accessibility Policy
Saturday, 12 April 2025, 4:16 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
About 25% of Rotorua’s population, roughly 20,000 people, have disabilities. More >>
Former Funeral Director Jailed For Over 2 Years For Defrauding Grieving Families
Saturday, 12 April 2025, 4:09 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Fiona Bakulich, who pleaded guilty to 12 charges in February, appeared in the Auckland District Court on Friday. More >>
Court Dismisses Injunction On Tauranga Marine Precinct Sale
Saturday, 12 April 2025, 4:02 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
The judge's decision found the arguments for stopping the sale "generally weak", and that claims of a local boat fleet being harmed were "overstated". More >>
Flood Resilience Projects Offers Māngere Hope
Saturday, 12 April 2025, 3:58 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
The two flood resilience projects promises long-term protection for one of the Auckland's most flood-affected communities. More >>
Final Kilometre Of Tarawera Sewerage Pipeline Work To Restart
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:22 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
Works were paused in February during Environment Court proceedings. More >>
Rule Forces Carterton Speed Reconsult
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:19 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Carterton District Council is preparing to reconsult on speed changes. More >>
Minister Directs Health NZ To Revive Stalled Health Centre
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:18 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
‘Very Encouraging’: Ruapehu mayor Weston Kirton has welcomed the Health Minister’s push for progress on a rural health centre. More >>
‘Unfair’: Mount Businesses Struggle With Proposed Dining Fees
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:16 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Tauranga City Council is proposing to charge cafes, bars and restaurants a yearly fee of $50 per square metre of footpath they use for tables and chairs. More >>
Te Rōpū Manukura Crowned Champions At Rescheduled Māori Stage Of Polyfest50
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:09 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
With strong support from schools and efficient coordination, the celebration ended on a high note, showcasing youth talent and cultural pride. More >>
Surf Instructor Seeks Speed Reduction On Beach-Side Road
Friday, 11 April 2025, 9:01 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
Mr Dobbin addressed Whakatāne District Council’s infrastructure and planning committee on Thursday to ask for the speed limit on a section of the road to be reduced to 30kmh and the turn-around area around the toilets to be reduced to 10kmh. More >>
Gisborne Dreams Big With Indoor Sports Facility
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:58 pm | Zita Campbell - Local Democracy Reporter
The proposed $22.09M centre includes three courts, with a future fourth planned. More >>
New Pipes Could Boost Development In North East Ashburton
Friday, 11 April 2025, 8:54 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Extending water services to the north east of Ashburton could “open up opportunity for development that doesn’t currently exist”. More >>
