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'We Will Make Better Decisions': Tauranga Mayor On Iwi Council Appointments
Friday, 28 March 2025, 8:06 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Three iwi representatives who will sit on Tauranga City Council committees have been welcomed to their roles. More >>
Auckland Council Under Spotlight After Fa’anānā Efeso Collins’ Death
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:45 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Vasa Fia Collins is urging a full inquest into the February 2024 death of her husband, Fa’anānā Efeso Collins, after he collapsed at a charity event in Auckland. More >>
Final Call For Aucklanders: Share Your Feedback On Council’s Annual Plan
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:41 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Aucklanders are encouraged to give feedback on the city council's proposed 2025/2026 Annual Plan before the consultation closes on Friday. Mayor Wayne Brown emphasises community input to guide Auckland Council's spending decisions. Apulu Reece Autagavaia, ... More >>
Empowering The Future: Youth Lead Community Change
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:38 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
The fund is led by a youth panel of 10 Wayfynders, comprising students from Tāmaki who have grown up in the communities they aim to support, encouraging local young people to apply for funding. More >>
15 New ‘Affordable Rentals’ In Kāinga Māori
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:34 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
The new homes will be available at below market rent, to allow tenants to save for a deposit on their first home. More >>
Hurunui Shops Retain Choice To Open Easter Sunday
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:31 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Easter Sunday trading is allowed in the Hurunui district. More >>
Award-Winning Website Aims To Amplify Youth Voices
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:28 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
Buzzly, which connects young people with important organisations, allows youths' voices to be heard on matters crucial to their future. Creators of the platform are now looking to the local body elections in September. More >>
Local Government Backs Safety Campaign For Horse Riders
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:26 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
Otago/Southland is the only Regional Council Road Transport Committee that has so far not endorsed Vulnerable Road User status for horse riders and carriage drivers. More >>
Pukekohe Adoption Centre Offers Hope To Forgotten Dogs
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:19 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
The first dog adoption centre in South Auckland is offering a new leash on life to abandoned and forgotten canines in the region. More >>
Record Number Of Native Pekapeka Bats Counted At Marlborough's Pelorus Bridge
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:16 pm | Maia Hart - Local Democracy Reporter
Record high numbers of long tailed bats have been captured and tracked during an annual count of the vulnerable mammal. More >>
New Automated Gate To Guard Lake Ōkataina Against Gold Clam
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:15 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
The gate cost $32,669, and was funded by local councils and Biosecurity NZ. More >>
Ashburton’s Rates Set To Climb 7.3%
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 9:06 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Councillors will decide next week whether to ask the community about the draft 2025-26 annual plan, which signals an average rate rise of 7.3% for the Ashburton District. More >>
Water Reforms: Ashburton Weighs Up In-House Option
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 8:40 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Ashburton District Council is proposing a stand alone business unit as its model for the Government's Water Done Well refrorms. More >>
Ambitious Teen Eager To Bring Māngere’s Voice To Parliament
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 8:38 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Marques is the youngest student to be selected for Youth Parliament, a nationwide development opportunity for those aged 16-18 to experience the political process and represent their communities. More >>
SH2 Fix: Residents Warned Of ‘Highly Disruptive’ Road Works
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 8:10 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Wellington Transport Alliance projects portfolio lead Kieran Head said the works were scheduled to start on May 11 and would take about two weeks to complete, weather permitting. More >>
Rotorua Water To Be Fluoridated By Friday
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 8:01 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
The council will also make two temporary sources of unfluoridated water available. More >>
Māpua Developments Under Fire From Residents
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 7:07 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Tasman District Council's proposed plan for the town has generated pushback from residents who fear the loss of its village character. More >>
Controversial West Coast Dump Unveils Expansion Plans
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 7:04 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
A privately-owned landfill that has been prosecuted for breaching its resource consents and health and safety rules wants to expand its operation. More >>
Kaikōura’s Bid To Attract The Top Marine Brains
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 7:02 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
A study concluded it had the potential to become an international hub for marine research and education - if it could get the funding. More >>
Christchurch buses: ECan remains defiant on fares
Thursday, 27 March 2025, 6:59 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Canterbury's regional council continues to push back against government pressure to raise bus fares. More >>
