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Mackenzie Residents To Have Their Say On Council's Future

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 9:26 am | Claire Taylor - Local Democracy Reporter

Meetings would be held at Twizel's Event Centre on Monday June 15, Lake Tekapo Community Hall on Wednesday June 17, and Fairlie’s Community Centre on Thursday June 18, each running from 6pm to 8pm. More >>

'Hand In The Glove': Mayor Calls For Rural And Urban To Work Together

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 9:14 am | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter

North Canterbury's three councils are seeking feedback from their communities on options for local government reform More >>

Roomy And Warm: New Homes For Kaiapoi's Older Residents

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 9:10 am | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter

The Waimakariri District Council has opened 20 new older persons' residents in Kaiapoi to address a growing demand for affordable housing. More >>

Funding Sought For Waikato's New $4.5b Energy Strategy

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 9:06 am | Jordan Smith - Local Democracy Reporter

Principal strategic advisor Blair Dickie said the council will require external funding to push the strategy forward, comparing bringing different parties together as a “jigsaw puzzle”. More >>

'Hand In The Glove': Mayor Calls For Rural And Urban To Work Together-Update

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 9:00 am | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter

Update on North Canterbury's three councils seeking feedback from their communities on options for local government reform. More >>

'Solving A Rubik's Cube Blindfolded': Rotorua Councillors Doubt Reforms

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 8:55 am | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter

Rotorua Lakes Council to keep exploring Head Start reform options, but councillors sceptical. More >>

Mum Wins Fight For Memorial Bench At Beach Where Her Son Was Found Dead

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 8:49 am | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter

Her request was initially turned down by local board staff earlier this year, who told her personal memorials at parks were only considered for people who had made a memorable contribution to the community. More >>

'Hunger Games': Why A Councillor Fears She'll Lose Her Seat

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 8:43 am | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter

Nelson councillor Lisa Austin says she could be dismissed during a confidential vote on Thursday. More >>

Nelson Car Sharing Stalls After Mevo Exit

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 8:37 am | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter

The city has all but lost car-sharing services after the company went under and withdrew its vehicles. More >>

Second Memorial Tree Dies: Are Vandals Or Natural Causes At Fault?

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 8:24 am | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter

Registered master arborist Asher Bowyer from Ash and Oak said several factors could have contributed to the tree not surviving, including not having enough water during dry spells. More >>

Joanna Baldwin Wins Featherston By-Election

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 8:16 am | Sue Teodoro - Local Democracy Reporter

“To have received more than 50% of the votes is amazing. I’d like the community to make sure they are heard, and to make sure they participate in the amalgamation discussions,” said Joanna Baldwin. More >>

Final Piece Of Te Ahu A Turanga Highway Ready Late 2027

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 8:02 am | Rebecca Hogan - Local Democracy Reporter

The pathway should be completed by the end of 2027, with construction to begin later this year, said NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi’s regional relationships director for central North Island Linda Stewart at a Horizons Regional Council meeting. More >>