Auckland councillor says Prime Minister will be held to account over $1.75b Mill Rd promise
“We’ve seen previous commitments walked back, including a post-election backflip from the former Labour Minister of Transport in…
Long-standing Tararua councillor Peter Johns dies in accident
“He was excited for the future of Woodville and its potential to grow following the opening of the…
Northland MP, councillor and principal Jim Peters remembered for humility
At the time, he said he preferred local body politics’ direct influence on the community over central Government.…
Embattled councillor Benedict Ong bids $88,888.88 for former Fortune Theatre, proposes ‘Benedict Centre’
The former Fortune Theatre at 231 Stuart St, which Dunedin City councillor Benedict Ong has bid $88,888.88 to…
Far North councillor Davina Smolders could trigger $100,000 byelection
A 1News-Verian election poll on Wednesday showed the party on 9%, suggesting Act could win about 11 seats.…
Tony Randle’s family pay tribute to clever and caring Wellington City Councillor after unexpected death
“It’s just a loss, such a loss,” Randle’s younger sister Sher said. Tony Randle pictured during the council’s…
Auckland councillor Bo Burns criticised over photos of rundown East Auckland fences
She posted 10 pictures of fences, including those with broken or missing palings, mismatched repairs and weathered timber.…
Wellington City councillor Tony Randle dies at 65
“He was never willing to be rushed and valued thorough analysis and quality decision-making above all else. He…
Veteran broadcaster, long-serving councillor Jim Hopkins dies – NZ Herald
Veteran broadcaster, long-serving councillor Jim Hopkins dies NZ HeraldVeteran broadcaster Jim Hopkins dies aged 80 RNZVeteran broadcaster and Waitaki councillor…
Ōrewa fast-track approval: Auckland councillor Richard Hills speaks out against controversial decision
The original application was then withdrawn and a second one later drawn up. Significant changes have been made,…
Election 2026: Te Kira Lawrence named New Zealand First candidate for East Cape
Lawrence was elected to Napier City Council last year – after a first unsuccessful run in 2022 –…
Napier councillor running for NZ First at general election – in a different region
The chances of her beating incumbent National MP Dana Kirkpatrick or Labour candidate Jo Luxton are low, meaning…