‘Serious shake-up’ of local government imminent that could end regional councils as we know them
Luxon later told media there would be “major reform coming” and the Government wanted to “radically simplify” local…
Local elections: Court grants recount in Porirua Māori ward seat
“Every person who voted, including my own tamariki and the rangatahi of our community, deserves to know their…
Tauranga residents report higher satisfaction in new council survey
Waste management had the highest score at 84% satisfaction, up from 76%. The council’s reputation had the lowest…
Whakatāne, Ōpōtiki and Kawerau councils’ water plans approved by DIA
The decision to keep water services in-house reflects community feedback received through consultation carried out earlier this year.…
Whanganui council’s pilot academy set to close by mid-2026, with NZAAL taking over
Questions included where NZICPA would move to at the airport, if it would finish operations next June, if…
Kaipara election recounts end as new council set for swearing‑in
Kaipara faced recount requests from mayoral candidate Snow Tane and would-be councillors Ash Nayyar and Mark Vincent. Outgoing…
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…
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…
Popular Far North mayor won’t seek re-election in 2028
“I am looking forward to giving my all for the people of the Far North and setting up…
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…
Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell begins second term with fist bump
After Tapsell declared her oath, she and Moraes shared a fist bump. “It’s so fantastic to be returning…
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…