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Southland councils explore regional deals
Southern councils have joined forces on a proposal which could result in an injection of support from the government.
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Regional deal could potentially 'double Northland's economic production'
Development opportunities to boost Te Tai Tokerau's economy are being put forward to the government.
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'Are we being tough enough?': Wineries fall short on wastewater compliance
7 Feb 2025A dozen wineries failed to meet wastewater compliance rules during harvest 2024, with high staff turnover partly to blame, a new report shows.
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'Horrendous': Mysterious bad smell haunts small town
7 Feb 2025A smell described as like rotting fish or a dead animal has been lingering over pōtiki.
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Cat crackdown could be on the way for Mid Canterbury
7 Feb 2025The Ashburton District Council will investigate a cat policy after conservationists asked for help to keep bird songs ringing out.
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Harbourmaster team upskills after ferry grounding
6 Feb 2025Marlborough's harbourmaster team has been doing lots of extra training, ticking off recommendations made after a ferry ran aground last year.
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Hawke’s Bay biosecurity expert battles the baddies
6 Feb 2025Mediterranean fanworm and the clubbed tunicate were the most common marine pests in Hawke's Bay.
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Tauranga’s Māori Ward byelection – who’s running?
6 Feb 2025The resignation of Mikaere Sydney means a decision is needed on who will become the city's next Māori ward councillor.
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Taranaki councillors receive stinging response after they shut-down Treaty debate
5 Feb 2025Deputy chair of Taranaki Regional Council Neil Walker invoked a closure motion to quell any discussion of a submission on the Bill.
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Coast council defends growth in staff numbers in heated meeting
5 Feb 2025The council employs the equivalent of about 92 full-time staff.
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Businessman who bought red zone land asked to leave a month later
5 Feb 2025The Category 3 land looked like a good deal - at first.
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Golf club's plans for 'lifestyle community' with 170 homes
3 Feb 2025A Hastings golf club has requested a change to the Hastings District Plan to rezone land in Bridge Pā.
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Tauranga's first Māori ward councillor resigns
1 Feb 2025Mikaere Sydney was elected in July 2024 but was never able to take up the job.
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Council disagree to speed limit increase in Rakaia
5 Feb 2025The speed limit through the town is set to increase to 70kph by 1 July.
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Aucklanders rate quality of life high, but down on previous years
5 Feb 2025A biennial survey on urban wellbeing has found that three in four Aucklanders rate their quality of life positively.
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Rotorua to host major indigenous health conference
5 Feb 2025Rotorua and Hei Āhuru Mōwai Māori will host the World Indigenous Cancer Conference.
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Is paid parking the answer for this town's growing needs?
4 Feb 2025Rangiora and Kaiapoi residents will get the chance to have their say on what parking demand might look like in 2040, and whether they are willing to pay for a good spot.
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Descendant of Treaty translator slams Principles Bill, demands apology
31 Jan 2025The Bill aims to replace the existing Treaty principles - developed over time by courts and the Waitangi Tribunal to interpret the Treaty in law - with three new ones determined by the Government.
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Council pays influencers to boost tourism
3 Feb 2025It's costing ratepayers about $7000 but the council says it's creating profit for local businesses.
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Proposed street names divide councillors again
31 Jan 2025Finding the right names for new streets remains a peak to summit, with three proposals dividing councillors.
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School lunch delays: 'Our students deserve better than this'
2 Feb 2025One Auckland school had to buy 200 pies for students after their lunches arrived nearly four hours late. "It's not okay when I've got hungry kids."
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'It feels like the drinkers have won' as playground removed
1 Feb 2025Community members have been left reeling after a playground and seating area were dismantled and fenced off to deter public drinking.
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How 24 hours in history shaped a local politician's views
1 Feb 2025A Whanganui councillor has revealed his historical family connection to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it impacts his views.
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Gravel road debate: Southern council puts off decision
30 Jan 2025A decision on reverting sealed roads back to gravel has been delayed.
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