New state highway, homeless shelter, shingle business: Where Hawke’s Bay’s new councillors want to make a difference
One of the biggest challenges is the cost of living and the rapid rise in rates. People are…
Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale and councillors rate their performance after a year
Drysdale rated himself a seven for leadership, as did his deputy Jen Scoular, but four colleagues gave him…
Kaipara Mayor Jonathan Larsen survives recount challenge from councillor Snow Tane
Larsen said he wanted to congratulate Kaipara’s people for electing a great council. He looked forward to all…
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,…
Local elections 2025: Hawke’s Bay Regional Council restanding councillors keep their seats
Preliminary results will be announced on Monday. They include votes received today, but special votes are still not…
Local elections 2025: Gore’s youngest Mayor Ben Bell re-elected after term of conflict, no confidence vote
Bell, 26, has received 2917 votes compared to 1270 for his sole opponent, Gore businesswoman Nicky Davis. The…
Supporters hope the new Auckland Council will save Western Springs Speedway
It showed open-wheel competitors prefer a safety fence that aligns with the concrete wall which surrounds the track,…
Careful who you vote for: Foreign states target local NZ councillors
‘They may target your staff or family’ The shift is happening because central Government has strengthened its defences…
Government rejects KiwiSaver contribution push for councillors and mayors
Necklen said that pursuing the KiwiSaver change has been on LGNZ’s agenda since 2023. However, even proponents of…