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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 >>
Canterbury Council Ponders Role In Fast-Track Consents
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 8:41 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Waimakariri District Council is grappling with the new fast-track legislation, while it works to finalise its new District Plan. More >>
Alcohol Retailers Fight Rotorua’s Proposed Freeze On New Liquor Off-Licences
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 8:37 pm | Laura Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
A health official says Rotorua's alcohol-related harm is now above the national average. More >>
Top Jobs Open Up At Auckland Council, But There’s A Catch
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:18 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
Key responsibilities included providing leadership, contributing feedback to develop council plans, policies and budgets and setting rates and bylaws. More >>
Bubbling Gas Seep Draws International Interest
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:10 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council groundwater scientist Tom Wilson said while the earliest research study he had seen on this gas seep was 1989, locals had known about it for a long time. More >>
Pacific Families On The Food Scraps Revolution – And How To Avoid Maggots
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:07 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Ōtara resident Tyra, who declined to give her full name, says using the green bin is now second nature – and surprisingly effective for cutting down on food waste. More >>
Taranaki Events Reap $11 Million With Te Matatini And Womad Bonus To Come
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:04 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
The destination manager at Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki said major events were crucial visitor attractions and summer of shows was one of the busiest. More >>
Marina Plan To Put Nelson ‘on The Map’
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:01 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Tens of millions of dollars are planned to be spent at the Nelson Marina over the next decade. More >>
Invercargill Council Boss Returns To Work After Mysterious Absence
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 7:59 pm | Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter
In response to questions, a council spokesperson said Day was entitled to request leave and have his reasons kept private, the same as any staff member. More >>
