‘Too hard and fast’: Northland Regional Council chair confirms 340 jobs on the line
He confirmed there would be no certainty until after a public feedback period expired next February. The Government’s…
The end of ‘Category 3’: Cyclone Gabrielle flooding labels to be phased out by Hawke’s Bay Regional Council
“This was the next stage in restoring Hawke’s Bay,” Siers said. “It’s a signal our region was moving…
Wellington City Council overstaffed by 330, job losses likely as review recommends cuts
The review said $15 million-$37m could be found by cutting staff to “right-size” the council. The number of…
Gold Coast and Noosa councils scammed out of ratepayers’ money
Two of Queensland’s largest local councils have been fleeced out of more than $5 million by scams involving…
Auckland voter fraud allegations heading to court on Friday
Hausia was deputy chair of the board in the 2022-2025 term, but lost his seat in the recent…
‘Where will we go?’: A beloved Christchurch community hub faces an uncertain future
For over a decade, The Hub has provided an inclusive space for thousands of people in Ōtautahi. But…
Animal testing to be phased out faster as UK unveils roadmap for alternative methods | Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
New plan backs researchers to seize on new and developing opportunities to phase out animal tests with specific…
California D.A. retweets 9/11 attack images as he slams Mamdani
A California district attorney reposted on social media 9/11 images along with comments blasting the election of Zohran…
Tauranga City Council closes Mauao, involves police after fireworks repeatedly used on sacred maunga
Thomson-Bache said the council had four Māori wardens on-site from 7pm to 11pm last night. “Despite their presence,…
Napier: Six-storey housing developments set to be allowed on 44 streets
Of those, 200 of the suggestions were against the proposal, 250 wanted amendments, and just 45 were in…
Mauao Trust and council condemn illegal fireworks on sacred Mount Maunganui maunga
“Mauao is a sacred and historic reserve, not a place for fireworks,” a Mauao Trust representative said. “We…
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…