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Submission Numbers Tell Only Part Of The Story, South Auckland Local Boards Say
Friday, 24 July 2026, 4:30 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board chair Kaea Walter Inoke-Togiamua said the community's response had been encouraging, even beyond the number of formal submissions. More >>
Call For Public Say On Future Of Taranaki Maunga
Friday, 24 July 2026, 4:11 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
Te Tōpuni Kōkōrangi is the board representing Te Kāhui Tupua, and its chair Liana Poutu said public input came before any substantial work on the management plan. More >>
Upper Hutt Likely To Back Out Of Wellington Amalgamation, Leaked Email Reveals
Friday, 24 July 2026, 4:06 pm | Justin Wong - Local Democracy Reporter
The ramifications of the move could potentially leave the city’s fate in the Government’s hands for local government reforms. More >>
The Key Issues Facing Waimakariri's Youth
Friday, 24 July 2026, 3:59 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Waimakariri District Council says the voices of local youth are being heard, after adopting its Waimakariri Youth Action Plan 2026-29. More >>
ECan Prioritises 'Enduring' Treaty Partnerships
Friday, 24 July 2026, 3:51 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The treaty partnership is top of the list in Environment Canterbury's new strategic direction document, to provide some guiding principals for staff working on next year's Long Term Plan. More >>
Urgent Plea To Save Water In Greytown And Featherston
Friday, 24 July 2026, 10:08 am | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
The council said conserving water now would help maintain supply for everyone if repairs took longer than expected. More >>
Hastings Councillor Moves Out Of Region To Chase Parliament Ambitions
Friday, 24 July 2026, 9:55 am | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Steve Gibson, who has been selected as the NZ First candidate for Rangitīkei in the upcoming general election, says he remains committed to his council role. More >>
Sydney Opera House Or Hauraki's Newest Library? New Facility To Transform Community
Friday, 24 July 2026, 9:47 am | Jordan Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
Perched in the same place as its bulldozed predecessor, the facility came in just under the $4.6 million budget and opened on Wednesday. More >>
North Canterbury Councils Keep Door Open For Kaikōura Merger
Friday, 24 July 2026, 9:41 am | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Waimakariri And Hurunui District Councils Continue To Discuss Merger Options And Have Left The Door Open To Working With The Kaikōura District Council. More >>
Golf Course-To-Housing Proposal For North Canterbury Not Yet On Fast-Track Radar
Friday, 24 July 2026, 9:17 am | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop's office has confirmed no referral application has been lodged yet to fast-track a proposal to convert the Pegasus Golf Course into housing. More >>
Southern Taranaki Councils Propose Wedding Without New Plymouth
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 5:32 pm | Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting
Early in May the Government ordered councils to amalgamate, aiming for simpler and cheaper local government. More >>
Consultation Fatigue? South Auckland Leaders Urge Community To Speak Up
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 5:28 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
The plans will guide local priorities and investment on parks, community facilities, youth programmes, environmental projects and neighbourhood improvements over the next three years. More >>
Falcon Sanctuary Prepares For Bird Flu With Shoe Baths And Visitor Restrictions
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 5:23 pm | Kira Carrington - Local Democracy Reporter
To reduce the chance of bringing bird flu into the Fairhall falcon sanctuary, Turner said last week they started using disinfectant "shoe dips" during entry and exit. More >>
Wairarapa Council Claws Back Consent Costs From Greytown Solar Farm
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 5:19 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
South Wairarapa District Council had sought costs against Far North Solar Farm for expenses it incurred in a lengthy Environment Court process. More >>
Wairarapa Flooding Weighs Heavily On Regional Council Candidates
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 5:12 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
By listening, planning strategically, and investing wisely, we can build a more resilient river management system that better safeguards the Wairarapa for future generations. More >>
Roading Budget In Manawatū Bolstered By $3M To Tackle Storm Damage
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 5:08 pm | Rebecca Hogan - Local Democracy Reporter
The district council had announced its annual budget in June and a lower-than-expected rates increase, but these roading expenses were not included as NZTA had yet to confirm the emergency works claim from February. More >>
‘Another Employer Lost’: Marton Malt Mill Set To Shut
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 5:04 pm | Rebecca Hogan - Local Democracy Reporter
Rangitīkei mayor Andy Watson says the looming closure of Marton Maltings would leave families across the wider region without the long-term, stable employment the industry had once offered. More >>
Finding The 'Sweet Spot' For Nelson's New Cycleway
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 5:01 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Everyone is supportive of the East-West Cycleway, but some stakeholders have concerns over the potential route and layout. More >>
Bishop Doubles Down Against PC1 Adoption, Waikato Farming Figures Want Certainty
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 3:01 pm | Jordan Smith - Local Democracy Reporter
Minister Chris Bishop says he would like an amendment to be investigated, but remained tight-lipped over what it would look like. More >>
Three Potential Designs For Gisborne’s Blackpool Reserve Upgrade Unveiled
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 2:26 pm | Imogen Brophy - Local Democracy Reporter
The three designs, made in partnership with Tūranga Health, E Tū Elgin and Whiti Ora, now have a wider opportunity to be shaped by the community, said council director of liveable communities Michèle Frey. More >>
