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ECan Reaffirms Support For Mana Whenua
Friday, 19 September 2025, 4:28 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The motions included continuing to publicly oppose the Government’s proposed legislation to amend the Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011, which could impede customary marine title. More >>
Local Elections: Haehaetu Barrett Back In The Race For Rotorua Mayor After Health Scare
Friday, 19 September 2025, 4:22 pm | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
Decision comes two weeks after she said she would not be campaigning for health reasons. More >>
'Bottom Line': Western Bay Must Benefit From Regional Deal, Says Mayor Denyer
Friday, 19 September 2025, 4:15 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Better transport connections and more housing could be supported if a regional deal was signed, Denyer said. More >>
Tasman Forges Ahead With Rezoning Plans
Friday, 19 September 2025, 3:12 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
One mayoral candidate is appalled the council is moving forward with controversial zoning changes right before an election. More >>
West Coast Angst As New SNA Rules Revealed
Friday, 19 September 2025, 3:00 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
The permitted area of vegetation clearance goes down from 5000 square metres to 2000sqm on any site that hasn't yet been assessed for SNA potential. More >>
Departing Councillors Speak Out In Support Of Māori Ward
Friday, 19 September 2025, 2:20 pm | Kira Carrington - Local Democracy Reporter
Departing councillors have voiced their support for retaining the Māori ward in their valedictory speeches at the final Marlborough District Council meeting before the election. More >>
Wairarapa Train Services Improve - But 'Public Don't Trust It'
Friday, 19 September 2025, 2:17 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
The most recent network performance report was included in the Transport Committee’s agenda which showed Wairarapa’s rail reliability for July was 74.8% and punctuality was 52.1%. More >>
Hobson’s Pledge Doesn't Care If Mana Hit By ‘Disgusting’ Ad
Friday, 19 September 2025, 2:12 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
The Hobson’s Pledge social media ad says Moeahu’s win shows “Māori don’t need mandates to lead”, urging a no vote in this year’s referendums. More >>
$9m In Unpaid Rates Owed To Hawke's Bay Councils
Friday, 19 September 2025, 2:06 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Hawke’s Bay councils are owed more than $9 million in unpaid rates for the 2024/2025 financial year, with Wairoa residents struggling the most to pay their bills. Homeowners in Wairoa now owe $2.17 million in rates to the council, more than double ... More >>
Korty Wilson: Māori Wards Vital For Ruapehu’s Future
Friday, 19 September 2025, 1:59 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
Born in Raetihi and raised in Ohakune, Wilson has deep roots in the district. Her whakapapa links include Ngāti Rangi, Ngāti Uenuku and Ngāti Hāua. More >>
By Hokey, Its Election Time
Friday, 19 September 2025, 1:56 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
Filmed in the Kawerau Town Hall, where television personality Selwyn Toogood himself hosted the show, the election show can be viewed on the It’s in the Ballot YouTube channel. More >>
Marie Laufiso Calls For Changes In Council Funding
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 6:13 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Marie Laufiso says the rates set in the long-term plan are necessary for infrastructure, particularly for local water services. More >>
Whanganui Aviary Saved After Council U-Turn
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 6:03 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
Chief executive David Langford said this was possible because of the council’s strong financial position, including a $1.9 million operating surplus. More >>
The Challenges For Canterbury's Youth
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 5:58 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Waimakariri District Council is developing a youth action plan to support its growing youth population. More >>
Reforming Council Culture The Focus For Mayoral Candidate Suaree Borell
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 5:55 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Western Bay of Plenty mayoral race: Suaree Borell on council culture and reform More >>
Departing Politician On 30 Years Of Change In Hanmer Springs
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 5:36 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Former Hurunui deputy mayor Michael Mathus is stepping down from the Hanmer Springs Community Board. More >>
Council Holds Closed-Door Meeting To Discuss Sale Of 1080 Factory
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 5:33 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
The council sold its share in the poison-bait manufacturing company in 2020 but kept the land and buildings until January this year when the property sold for $1.5 million. More >>
Martinborough Ward Contenders Speak On Rising Costs
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 5:30 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Local Democracy Reporting has asked South Wairarapa District Council Martinborough ward candidates what priorities they will focus on, if elected, to ensure people can continue to afford living in South Wairarapa. More >>
Mayoral Hopeful Rodney Joyce Pitches School, Housing And Council Reset
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 5:23 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Western Bay of Plenty mayoral race: Rodney Joyce backs Ōmokoroa school to support housing growth. More >>
Gruelling Meeting Begins On New West Coast Plan
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 5:16 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
The meeting began with a protest from Ngāti Māhaki leader Paul Madgwick, who said he disagreed with the final stage of the TTPP being “rushed through” before the council elections next month. More >>
