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Tory Whanau Says Wellington Seeing Progress On Her Watch
Friday, 18 April 2025, 1:13 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
She hasn’t made firm plans beyond the election but says she would take time out if she loses. More >>
Security Worries Stymie Whānau Sessions At Pride Week Taranaki
Friday, 18 April 2025, 1:10 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
The safety worries come after Destiny Church protestors disrupted a children’s library session by a drag king at Te Atatū Community Centre, and then temporarily blocked Auckland’s Rainbow Parade and Wellington’s Pride Parade. More >>
Masterton Town Hall Demolition Decision Draws Near
Friday, 18 April 2025, 1:03 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Masterton District Council voted last year to demolish the town hall and municipal buildings and build anew. More >>
Land Lease Problems Scupper Plan For Manāia Iwi-Council Centre
Friday, 18 April 2025, 1:01 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
Te Korowai o Ngāruahine and South Taranaki District Council have worked for three years on Project Tūkau to replace the Manāia sports complex and hall with a multi-purpose iwi and community facility. More >>
Northland Civil Defence Leader: Govt Must 'Wave The Big Stick' Over Telcos’ Storm Failure
Friday, 18 April 2025, 12:08 pm | Marika Hill - Local Democracy Reporting
Kelly Stratford's comments come as thousands of Northlanders are without mobile phones, broadband and or power due to ex Tropical Cyclone Tam. More >>
Northland Leaders Urge Ongoing Caution As Ex-Tropical Cyclone Sweeps Through Region
Friday, 18 April 2025, 12:04 pm | Susan Botting - Local Democracy Reporter
Far North deputy mayor Kelly Stratford said there had been widespread flooding in low lying areas. This was exacerbated by storm surge. More >>
Kaikōura Council Backs Local Water Committee
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 8:08 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Kaikōura's councillors have expressed their support for the existing zone committee structure, amid a Canterbury Mayoral Forum review of the Canterbury Water Management Committee. More >>
What’s The Noisiest Street In Invercargill?
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 8:05 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
Of the 820 complaints received, the most came from Newbie St in the suburb of Heidelberg, with a total of 23. More >>
Summer Par-Tee Time Planned In Ashburton
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 8:02 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Ashburton District Council plans to build a terraced 18-hole mini golf course in front of the sports stadium in time for summer. More >>
Greenpeace Calls Mid Canterbury Nitrate Levels A ‘Public Health Crisis’
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 7:38 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
Greenpeace claims its recent water testing event in Ashburton shows “a present and looming public health crisis for Mid Canterbury”. More >>
Toilet Tax, Rates Fairness Take Centre Stage In South Wairarapa
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 7:34 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
The council received 218 submissions and an additional 600 signed letters, which would all be considered at deliberations next month. More >>
Brown Pride Crew Empowers Youth To Dream Big
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 7:32 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Now in its fourth year, Brown Pride is a homegrown social enterprise fusing fitness, culture and community, with help from local board funding. More >>
Y Sports Camp Cultivates Competition, Culture, And Community In South Auckland Schools
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 7:30 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
The Y Sports Camp, run by YMCA North, offers a one-week residential sports and cultural experience for Year 7-8 students who would typically miss out on major events like the AIMS Games in Tauranga. More >>
South Port Board Director Takes Role At Council
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 7:29 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
Cassandra Crowley has been appointed to Environment Southland's Investment Committee, which is in charge of the council’s majority shareholding at the southern port. More >>
Tauranga Council Signs $91m, 15-year Lease For New Office Building
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 7:22 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Council chief executive Marty Grenfell said the move would consolidate offices, boost efficiency and support the city centre’s revitalisation. More >>
Court Deadline Looms For Oxford Landfill
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:18 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
A North Canterbury company wanting to develop a landfill near Oxford has until Thursday to submit evidence to the Environment Court. More >>
‘Bus Seat Bandit’ Burgles Nelson Stop
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:11 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
The disappearance of two plastic lawn chairs at an otherwise-seatless bus stop has highlighted accessibility issues for the city’s bus network. More >>
‘Be Realistic’ – Truckie Urges Tasman Council To Keep Key Road Open
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:09 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Transport companies are nervous about the possibility of a 10-month road closure for a Richmond bridge upgrade. More >>
Rolleston’s $5.6m Intersection Upgrade Ready To Roll
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:02 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
A $5.6m intersection upgrade is nearing completion in Rolleston ending weeks of traffic disruption. More >>
Gisborne Residents Challenge Council Over Wainui Beach Access Closure
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 8:44 pm | Zita Campbell - Local Democracy Reporter
Council's lack of consultation on the barricade has angered locals. More >>
