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Rotorua Council Election: City’s Reputation Key Issue In Mayoral Tourism Debate
Friday, 26 September 2025, 8:37 pm | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
City's tarnished image dominates tourism debate Synopsis: Rotorua mayoral candidates outline tourism plans as reputation and safety take focus. More >>
Te Mātuku Launches Whānau Voice Report Series To Guide Local Health Decisions
Friday, 26 September 2025, 7:56 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
More than 276 people participated, supported by independent Māori research institute Te Atawhai o Te Ao. Participants, all with whakapapa to iwi of Te Ranga Tupua, were engaged through surveys, interviews and hui. More >>
One Plan To Rule Them All Approved For West Coast
Friday, 26 September 2025, 5:38 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
The 26-chapter document is the first whole-of-region district plan in the country, combining those of Buller, Grey and Westland councils into one. More >>
Aotearoa Is Not New Zealand - West Coast Iwi Leader
Friday, 26 September 2025, 5:33 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
Coast councils and iwi yesterday approved Te Tai o Poutini Plan, (TTPP) combining the land use rules for the region’s three district councils, Buller, Grey and Westland, and land managed by mana whenua. More >>
David Seymour Calls For Law Pause In ‘Republic Of Ecan’
Friday, 26 September 2025, 5:31 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
The Deputy Prime Minister is dismayed at the plight of farmers in “the republic of Environment Canterbury”. More >>
Safe Summer Swimming Spots Identified In North Canterbury
Friday, 26 September 2025, 5:27 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Environment Canterbury has released its latest water quality data on popular swimming spots in the region. More >>
Mayoral Candidate Shakaina Fraser Revelling In ‘Dark Horse’ Tag
Friday, 26 September 2025, 5:09 pm | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
Getting people off the streets is a key issue: 'Some used to own or rent homes'. More >>
PM Opens Multi-Million-Dollar Kaipara Water Reservoir
Friday, 26 September 2025, 5:01 pm | Susan Botting - Local Democracy Reporter
Regional Development Minister Shane Jones said it was now up to the people of Kaipara and Northland to realise the opportunity created by the reservoir. More >>
Risky River Crossings Inspire Young Tramper’s Winning Science Project
Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:55 pm | Kira Carrington - Local Democracy Reporter
The dilemma formed the basis of her entry into the Marlborough Lines Science and Technology Fair, The Tipping Point, one of more than 270 selected from the region’s schools, with judging last week. More >>
Māori Ward Hopeful Embraces Fresh Challenge In Run For Tairāwhiti Seat
Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:48 pm | Zita Campbell - Local Democracy Reporter
Akuhata-Brown is completing a Master’s in Applied Indigenous Knowledge. More >>
Kaikōura Conservationist Secures Law Change In Just 6 Months
Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:45 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Kaikōura District Council has adopted a new animal bylaw, requiring cats to be microchipped and desexed and providing protections for native birds. More >>
Nelson's Night Bus Service Slashed To Save Money
Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:37 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
It will soon be cheaper to catch Nelson's late-night bus, but you won't be able to catch it as late as you once did, as Nelson City and Tasman District Councils seek to save money. More >>
'That Building Is A Dog’: Masterton Town Hall Debate Gets Feisty
Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:33 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
The government’s seismic risk guidance for buildings is that the worst performing element determined the overall earthquake rating of a building. More >>
Wairarapa-Tararua Water Entity Taking Shape
Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:29 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
The constitution formed the legal foundations for the new company, while the shareholders’ agreement outlined how councils would work together as shareholders. More >>
South Auckland Urged To ‘Prove Everyone Wrong’ As Voter Turnout Lags
Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:17 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
South Auckland's participation in local elections is continuing to lag. More >>
'Huge Loss': Rotorua Mourns Loss Of Lakeside Champion
Friday, 26 September 2025, 4:14 pm | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
Phill Thomass is being remembered for his leadership, vision and dedication. More >>
Canterbury In A 'Nitrate Emergency': What Does That Mean?
Friday, 26 September 2025, 3:13 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
As one of the final acts of the term, Canterbury Regional councillors declared a nitrate emergency. Some labelled the move as "meaningless" and deepening a divide between town and country. More >>
Invercargill's New Bronze Dogs Prove Contentious
Friday, 26 September 2025, 2:59 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
A notice of motion from departing Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark was approved with a narrow 7 - 6 vote at the final council meeting of the term on Tuesday. More >>
Most Council Hopefuls Back Strong Māori Role In Resource Protection - Survey
Friday, 26 September 2025, 7:12 am | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Bay of Plenty Regional Council candidates back strong Māori role in environment - survey. More >>
Gisborne Council Held 55 Workshops Without Telling The Public
Friday, 26 September 2025, 7:08 am | Zita Campbell - Local Democracy Reporter
The Ombudsman says workshops should still be advertised even if closed. More >>
