Former Manukau City mayor Sir Barry Curtis has died, aged 87
“He was a hugely influential figure in local politics and a pioneer as mayor of Manukau City Council…
Central Hawke’s Bay mayor questions Wattie’s, McCain closures in ‘pretty good food-producing region’
“It’s just come at a really bad time when there’s a lot of bad news happening out there…
What Auckland needs: A five-point plan to fix unlock the city’s potential – Wayne Brown
There is a huge shift on the horizon locally — the most significant change since the Super City…
Far North mayor urges whānau to seek help after floods hit district
The major access closures because of flooding were via SH12 at Waimāmaku, SH15 through Mangakāhia Valley, SH1 at…
Ambulance Association calls for Dame Kerry Prendergast to resign from Wellington Free Ambulance after loss of licence
“She has to resign from her position,” he said. Quin said Wellington Free Ambulance has previously disciplined staff…
Ex-Wellington Mayor Dame Kerry Prendergast admits to losing licence after speeding
Former Wellington mayor Kerry Prendergast said it was easy to put your foot down in a Tesla. Photo…
Tensions at Wellington City Council over mayor and councillors’ offices at new Jervois Quay HQ
Councillors spoken to by the Herald were unwilling to discuss on record their feelings about the new digs,…
Napier councillors decide city’s third deputy mayor in a month, Graeme Taylor
McGrath had also been top-polling candidate in the council’s new Napier Central ward, after 11 years as a…
The race for Paris: Will more armed police and more cameras make the city safer?
Is it safe to walk the streets of Paris? Fewer and fewer Parisians certainly seem to think so.…
Stood-down Napier deputy mayor doesn’t want the job back as councillors prepare to vote
The extraordinary council meeting to elect the deputy will be held at 12.45pm on Tuesday, March 17. One…
Tauranga oil spill risk rises as council plans faster harbour response
Residents of the area also opposed adding the structure to the harbour. The regional council gave a presentation…
Napier Mayor Richard McGrath names Roger Brownlie as new Deputy Mayor after Sally Crown stood down
McGrath said there were some strong candidates around the council table for the role – five told Hawke’s…