Local Council
What now for public art icon Wellington's City to Sea Bridge?
This week a group opposing the Wellington City Council's decision to demolish the capital's city to sea bridge, The Wellington Civic Trust, lost a Judicial Review. The group say they don't have the… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 5th September 2025
In today's episode, the government has stripped Auckland Transport of most of its power in a shake-up designed to improve how people get around New Zealand's largest city; A major report into the… Audio
Councillors should get mandatory training once elected, expert says
A big increase in rates charged by many councils around the country is putting pressure on households, with many not sure if they're getting bang for buck.
Willis shoots down Ashburton candidate's roading promise
Jeff Ryan has been promising to push the government to keep road user charges in the region of origin.
Councils expect more residents to ask for help with rates
Councils around the country are expecting to hear from more people wanting help with their rates this year. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Tāmaki Makaurau by-election campaign enters final day
Polls close in the Tāmaki Makaurau by election on Saturday. Front runners - Te Pati Māori's Oriini Kaipara and Labour's Peeni Henare - are using the final hours of the campaign to focus on getting… Audio
Opponents of City to Sea bridge demolition won't appeal
The Wellington Civic Trust says it won't be appealing a court judgement because they have exhausted resources.
Mayoral candidate backtracks on speedway decision
At the time of her original decision, councillor Kerrin Leoni said having speedway at the Auckland venue was too costly for ratepayers.
Nelson council again votes to spend $3m on museum storage facility
Planning for a new archive, research and collections building for the Nelson Provincial Museum has been underway for the last decade.
'You can't stop stupid': New hazard rules for homeowners
West Coasters will soon be able to find out online if their property or one they're thinking of buying, is at risk from liquefaction - or other damaging events.
Dozens stage last-gasp protest to save Wellington landmark
The City to Sea Bridge is "a sculptural art feature" that's part of the city's landscape, the protest organiser says.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 4th September 2025
In today's episode, Workers at the Eves Valley Sawmill in Tasman will learn if they have jobs at a company meeting on Thursday afternoon; A planned law change will mean people who've been living in… Audio
Majority of councils submit water plans to government
All but one council around Aotearoa New Zealand have submitted their water delivery service plan to the government under Local Water Done Well. Clutha District Mayor Bryan Cadogan spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Eves Valley Sawmill workers to learn fate at meeting
Workers at the Eves Valley Sawmill in Tasman will learn if they have jobs at a company meeting on Thursday afternoon. Tasman Mayor Tim King spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
'Living in la-la-land': Mayor takes aim at zero rate rise
Candidates promising a zero rate rises are ''living in la la land'', says Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 4 September 2025
In today's episode, former Prime Minister Helen Clark is defending her decision to go to China's largest military parade in Beijing; In the wake of the polarising three waters, councils across the… Audio
Call for government action after council misses out on new water entity at last minute
Thames Coromandel council was shunted from a deal on the last day for councils to submit their plans for Local Water Done Well. Audio
Chef Al Brown adding review hype to Hikurangi bakery
Reporter Peter de Graaf updates us on the news from the neighbourhoods of the far north. Audio
'Unprecedented response': Council weighs pros, cons on Cape Palliser road closure
South Wairarapa District Council has received more than 3500 submissions, with 80 percent opposed to the bylaw. Audio
Appeal still possible to save City to Sea bridge
The Wellington Civic Trust was attempting to halt the demolition, but on Monday the High Court threw out its judicial review.
