Hastings council CEO appoints private investigator to examine complaint about councillor Steve Gibson
The council-owned Te Whare Toi o Heretaunga Hastings Art Gallery opened the controversial exhibition that encourages people to…
Newly independent MPs, Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris, correct votes to support David Seymour’s medicines bill
Last week, the Greens cast two proxy votes for Kapa-Kingi and Ferris against the bill. Kapa-Kingi was contacted…
What it’s like flying Air New Zealand’s newly retrofitted Dreamliner
After arriving in San Francisco from New Orleans, I followed the well-placed signs to the departure gate or,…
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown rewards his trusted councillors – Simon Wilson
Andy Baker, from Franklin, has been reappointed as chairman of the transport, resilience and infrastructure committee. The deputy…
Matemoana McDonald excited to lead Bay of Plenty Regional Council as first wahine Māori chair
Nine new councillors joined five returning members in being sworn in by chief executive Fiona McTavish. McDonald told…
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…
Treasury advised Nicola Willis to remove the Reserve Bank Governor from the board to improve accountability
“A governor who was ‘mere’ CEO would be exceptional, and internationally this could be seen as a diminished…
Where To Eat, Drink & Explore In Whanganui’s Thriving Arts District, According To A Local Creative
Whanganui has had plenty of press for its newly reopened Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, and its…
What to do in Auckland this weekend: Comedy, art and free gelato
Where: The Classic Studio, Queen St, Auckland Price: Tickets $20 + booking fees, from comedy.co.nz 2) Joyful noise…
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…
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau spotted kissing on yacht off Santa Barbara coast
The pair were first linked in July when they were photographed sharing a meal at a Montreal restaurant.…
Baby formula from Chemist Warehouse under investigation after Auckland mum allegedly finds bugs
Chemist Warehouse Takanini confirmed an internal investigation was also under way. The mother alleged the formula tin was…