Local Council
Locals concerned about state of Ohau channel diversion wall
There is growing discontent in Rotorua about the state of the Ohau channel diversion wall which is meant to protect the pristine waters of Lake Rotoiti. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports. Audio
Woman horrified council tried to take rough sleepers' belongings
Pip Scott said she had recently given the men two tents, sleeping bags and a pillow.
Holes in lake wall meant to keep polluted water out alarm locals
The Ōhau channel diversion wall divides the water in Lake Rotorua from the cleaner waters of Lake Rotoiti, but large holes in the wall's side have locals sounding alarm bells.
Councils face funding cuts for using too many road cones
The Minister of Transport says too many councils still use an outdated guide to traffic management.
Taranaki mayors push for govt hydrogen help
Local leaders say Taranaki is the ideal home for a future hydrogen industry, if central government comes to the table. Audio
'Never, ever, ever': Boardroom blowout at Southland licensing trust
Claims of bullying, dysfunction and underhanded moves mark a tense pre-election moment at the Gore-based licensing trust.
Temporary solution cuts Havelock boil water period from years to months
The council previously said the boil water notice would last until a new $14 million permanent treatment plant was completed in 2028.
10 complaints but no probe into mayoral candidate Ray Chung
No investigation will be carried out into Wellington councillor and mayoral hopeful Ray Chung.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 25th July 2025
In today's episode, deaths in house fires is at its highest level in ten years; New Zealand is at significant risk of missing its 2050 climate target; New Zealand was once ranked third in the world… Audio
Move to resolve helipad saga stalls
A motion to change Auckland's Unitary Plan has failed after councillors couldn't agree on the most successful way to get helicopters blocked from residential areas. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 25th July 2025
In today's episode, the government has introduced legislation that would require people to enrol to vote or update their details before advance voting begins; Auckland councillors have kicked for… Audio
Auckland councillors on banning private helicopters in Auckland
Auckland councillors have kicked for touch on the issue of helicopters in residential areas. Councillors Mike Lee and Richard Hills spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Push to ban helicopters in Auckland suburbs caught in web of bureaucracy
A push to stop helicopters from landing or taking off in Auckland suburbs has become ensnared in a web of bureaucracy. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Woodend residents asked to re-imagine town centre
Woodend residents north of Christchurch are being encouraged to re-imagine what their town centre will look like after State Highway no longer cuts through their town next year. Woodend-Sefton… Audio
Council supports motion to restrict residential helipads
Last month rich-listers Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams's request for a private helipad was approved. Audio
Tensions rise as man refuses to leave Selwyn council meeting
A Selwyn District Council meeting ground to a halt when a public speaker refused to leave the table.
Mayor's call for council review backed by LGNZ
Mahé Drysdale's remit is aimed at increasing efficiency in local government and reducing ratepayer costs.
Mayors on govt proposal for rates caps
The government is considering options to control rate rises, including placing a cap on how much local councils can increase rates. Whanganui Mayor Andrew Tripe and Clutha Mayor Bryan Cadogan spoke to… Audio
Auckland councillors debate private use of helicopters in city
Councillors will today debate the private use of helicopters in residential areas, following an Environment Court challenge to Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams' approval to build a helipad at their… Audio
Auckland councillors to debate helicopter ban
Auckland councillors will debate a move to ban private use of helicopters in residential areas. Victor Waters explains. Audio
