Local government reform: Western Bay council to develop two merger proposals
The head start pathway allowed councils to propose reorganisation plans. The Government encouraged these to be unitary authorities,…
Mercury to close its Now telco and broadband unit with loss of 70 jobs across four cities
“This is obviously tough news for the Now team, and we’re committed to working with the Now management…
Hawke’s Bay butchers claim medals for ‘quality’ bacon and ham
Wild Game, Hastings: Gold Medal: Old School Middle Bacon Gold Medal: Wild Game Pepper Flavoured BaconBronze Medal: Wild Game…
Bay View attack: Police hunt three people after alleged assault by armed trio on person in their home
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Western Bay rates rise held below forecast but fears bigger hike could follow
(Scroll down for a breakdown of both city and district rates by property value.) Western Bay Mayor James…
Northern and southern council proposed for Hawke’s Bay in amalgamation debate
Hawke’s Bay has five councils: Hastings, Wairoa and Central Hawke’s Bay district councils, Napier City Council, and Hawke’s…
Former councillor Toi Iti seeks return in Eastern Bay byelection
“The call to step up wasn’t something I saw coming either. A number of people reached out to…
More than 600 gather in Hawke’s Bay to hear Winston Peters’ attacks and vision
Aside from some heated discussions, both sides acted with good manners. Randell, the new boy on the political…
Mission Bay landlord Kirsty Whiting loses bid to reclaim home after tenant renewal
In a recently released decision, tribunal adjudicator Nicole Walker found Duval had every right to renew his tenancy…
Auckland bus attack Takapuna to Browns Bay: Police release photo of man they want to identify
“Police investigating an assault on an Auckland bus are asking for the public’s help in identifying the man…
First sod turned on $44.8m Hawke’s Bay Cancer Centre
“So, having that care closer to home means we know more people will take up treatment, and it’ll…
Bay of Plenty Regional Council backs plan despite mayors’ warning
“I feel we are in a very difficult situation. This is a long-term plan, 2024-2034. The way things…