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Proposed Nelson Freedom Camping Ban Useless Without Enforcement - Locals
Wednesday, 9 April 2025, 8:52 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
After receiving many complaints, freedom camping is proposed to be banned at three Nelson sites, but the problems won't go away without enforcement, stakeholders say. More >>
Great Ride: Iwi, Mayors, Tourism Partners Team Up To Finish Mountains To Sea Cycle Trail
Wednesday, 9 April 2025, 8:46 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
Iwi leaders, local government and Māori tourism representatives are banding together in a push to ensure the final sections of a "nationally significant" cycle trail are completed. More >>
‘For The Kids’: Prime Minister Hears Polyfest Funding Plea – What Happens Next?
Monday, 7 April 2025, 7:12 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
With leaders from education, culture, and the community uniting behind the call, the question now is not if Polyfest deserves more support but what the next steps will be. More >>
‘It’s A Privilege’: Southland Students Journey Over 1500km To Celebrate, Reconnect With Māori Culture At Polyfest
Monday, 7 April 2025, 7:10 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Ngā Awa e Toru, named after the three rivers that meet in their hometown, says the experience is about reconnecting with their Māori identity and carrying that legacy home to Murihiku, near the bottom end of the South Island. More >>
Ashburton’s Second Bridge Signed Off
Monday, 7 April 2025, 7:03 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
An agreement is now in place to manage the construction of the second Ashburton bridge and connecting road as one project. More >>
How AI Could Change The Way Councils Operate
Monday, 7 April 2025, 7:01 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Environment Canterbury has established a working group to consider the impacts of AI and advancing technology. More >>
Town’s Historic Water Tower To Get Makeover
Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:57 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
The structure forms an important part of the town’s history, but has fallen into disrepair of late. More >>
Cash Shortfall Threatens 125-year-old Art Gallery
Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:53 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Staffing has been reduced and depreciation funding abandoned as costs continue to rise for Nelson’s Suter Art Gallery. More >>
‘Clearly Anti-Māori’: Local Leaders Slam Member’s Bill On Race-Based Services
Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:14 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
"We need to continue speaking out against the government about this. Ka whawhai tonu tātou. We all benefit as New Zealanders when our indigenous people do well – nobody loses, because we all win,” Dr Will Flavell says. More >>
Polyfest Is Shaping Educational Futures For New Zealands's Pacific Youth, Says Tutor
Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:10 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Performers are also building confidence, sharpening academic skills, and finding belonging often missing in traditional classrooms, a tutor says. More >>
Dog Bite Prevention Week: Mum Recalls ‘Horrendous Aftermath’ Of Dog Attack On Son
Monday, 7 April 2025, 6:09 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
The Auckland mum is sharing her story as part of Dog Bite Prevention Week. More >>
Rotorua Public Feedback Sought On Draft Annual Plan, Local Water Done Well Options
Saturday, 5 April 2025, 9:11 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
Public can provide input until May 5 on the council's new feedback website. More >>
Canterbury Farmers Ask MPs To Cut Red Tape
Saturday, 5 April 2025, 6:03 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
North Canterbury farmers called on Government ministers to remove red tape at a woolshed meeting on Friday. More >>
Polyfest At 50: A Cultural Beacon In Need Of Sustained Support For The Future
Saturday, 5 April 2025, 5:28 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Seiuli Terri Leo-Mauu, the festival director, says there is a lack of sustainable financial support, pointing to recent challenges like inclement weather affecting gate sales. Passion alone cannot secure the festival’s legacy. More >>
Local Elections: Two Northland Mayors Face In-House Challenges
Friday, 4 April 2025, 9:10 pm | Susan Botting - Local Democracy Reporter
A potential battle between FNDC Mayoral foes Tepania (34) and one-time Deputy Mayor Ann Court is on the cards. And first term WDC Mayor Vince Cocurullo (51) is being challenged for his role from sitting councillor, Maungatapere’s Marie Olsen. More >>
Animal Remains Dumped In Central Hawke’s Bay River
Friday, 4 April 2025, 9:03 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Central Hawke’s Bay mayor Alex Walker has described the dumping as “disgusting” and says it undermines the community’s image. More >>
Dozens Of Staff Affected By Southland Council Shakeup
Friday, 4 April 2025, 8:56 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
A total of 58 new roles will be created as part of the process, which also impacts general manager positions. More >>
First Health Check-up For West Coast Estuaries
Friday, 4 April 2025, 8:54 pm | Lois Williams - Local Democracy Reporter
Testing will be carried out on some West Coast estuaries, from northern Buller to South Westland. Until now the council has focused on water quality upstream in rivers and lakes. More >>
Whakatāne Events Back With A Vengeance
Friday, 4 April 2025, 8:53 pm | Diane McCarthy - Local Democracy Reporter
Among the many events in Whakatāne district this weekend will be the first three Eastern Bay events from the regional Flavours of Plenty festival. These include a Tamariki Foodie Fair, The Big Fat Greek Cypriot Feast and the sold out Late Summer ... More >>
Tauranga Byelection: Q&As With The Five Candidates
Friday, 4 April 2025, 8:50 pm | Alisha Evans - Local Democracy Reporter
Local Democracy Reporting asked the five Te Awanui candidates their goals and how they would advocate for their voters if elected. More >>
