New HBRC councillor wants chair role: ‘I’m not there to be an ornament’
Neil Kirton was top on 10,599 and last term’s chair Hinewai Ormsby was third on 8436. Ormsby said…
Otago councillor accused of financial misconduct, Dave McKenzie, resigns
In a statement, McKenzie said he was disappointed but destructive misinformation and hatred online had become too much…
Western Bay local election: Māori ward councillor disappointed by poll result
“We’ve only really got three years to ensure that our voices are heard for the benefit of all…
Media Insider: ‘F***ing cow’ – newspaper publisher and Auckland Council candidate Bo Burns’ expletive-laden rant about retiring councillor Sharon Stewart
Stewart had suggested in a Facebook comment that “social media seems to be doing a good job. I…
Local body elections: Lisa Bond reflects on nine years as Kaikōura councillor before stepping down
“I didn’t realise councillors got paid. I thought it was voluntary. I was so naive.” She admits to…