Pita Tipene becomes new Northland Regional Council chair after close vote
Tipene is one of two chairmen among New Zealand’s 11 regional councils from a Māori constituency. Tipene said…
Tauranga considers tougher dog rules to protect wildlife and public safety
Heaphy said wildlife was present in those areas year-round, not just seasonally. Department of Conservation (DoC) project lead…
Wellington City Council’s $207m Jervois Quay lease deal revealed after Ombudsman investigation
It did say the lease was a “cost-effective long-term solution” and favourable terms were negotiated. The Herald complained…
Matemoana McDonald excited to lead Bay of Plenty Regional Council as first wahine Māori chair
Nine new councillors joined five returning members in being sworn in by chief executive Fiona McTavish. McDonald told…
Teaching Council CEO Lesley Hoskin on leave amid investigation into conduct allegations
Her leave was announced in a message on Wednesday from council chairman David Ferguson and deputy chairman David…
Tauranga City Council to spend $1.49m to stop landfill leachate entering stream
The council approved $1.49m for the upgrades at a meeting on Wednesday. The money was not budgeted for…
Keep out: Hawke’s Bay walkers and cyclists ignoring construction site warnings
“But we can only do that safely and efficiently if people stay out of the restricted area. “Every…
Possums as pets: Greater Wellington Regional Council warns against it
“Precious places such as Pūkaha deserve protection.” Possums were a serious threat to biodiversity, orchards and stock, she…
Far North elects record-breaking ‘mana wāhine’ council
The term mana wāhine speaks to the women’s power, spiritual essence and mana. The eight Far North local…
Tenancy Tribunal evicts Taupō pensioner from council flat after failing to pay rent
After that decision, the council undertook the necessary repairs and paid the fine, but the woman, whose name…
Multimillion-dollar Gisborne site investigated by council for possible waste facilities
The statement said the purchase was made to enable further feasibility investigation and engagement without the pressure of…
Local elections 2025: Hamilton mayor and new councillors sworn in
“[My] focus is on leading this council to create a financially strong city that delivers the basics well,…