Infrastructure
Wellington Water debacle: councillor theatens legal action
There is growing anger in Wellington over revelations the capital's ratepayers have been paying nearly three times more for water repairs than in other parts of the country. Audio
Urgent meeting called after report into Wellington Water
An urgent meeting is being held in Wellington to look at Monday's highly critical report into Wellington Water. Reporter Nick James spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Report finds structural problems at Wellington Water
An urgent meeting of the Advisory Oversight Committee has been called for Tuesday morning to discuss Monday's scathing report on Wellington Water. Wellington Water board chairperson Nick Leggett spoke… Audio
The region where unplanned water pipe repair costs are three times higher
A probe uncovered poor value for money from contractors, loose financial controls, and even one case of alleged theft. Audio
Tens of thousands of dollars stolen in alleged Wellington Water theft
Wellington Water has released a scathing report, after a probe uncovered alleged theft, poor value for money from contractors and structural issues.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 3 March 2025
In today's episode, a criminal defence lawyer says the investigation into the death of a man tasered by police will be complex, a new report into Wellington Water's deep-seated problems shows their… Audio
Wellington ratepayers paying more for water repairs: Report
A new report into Wellington Water's deep-seated problems shows their ratepayers are paying nearly three times more for water repairs than other parts of the country. Reporter Nick James spoke to… Audio
'March madness' sees congestion peak in Auckland
It's that time of year again, March madness has descended upon Auckland, sending motorists in the super city into a tailspin. Finn Blackwell has more. Audio
Golf club at risk under Auckland Council proposal
The proposal would see 20 hectares of Takapuna Golf Club, which sees more than 500 visitors per day, converted into a wetland.
Lower rates or better roads? The choice for Hurunui ratepayers
Hurunui ratepayers will have to choose between a lower rate rises or improved roads.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 25 February 2025
In today's episode, the government is looking to increase prescription supply from three to twelve months in a bid to try and ease the pressure on general practice doctors, the government is making it… Audio
Last stretch of metal road on State Highway network paved
The Forgotten Highway is no longer left behind - as the last stretch of metal road among the State Highway network is sealed in Whangamomona. Whangamomona Hotel owners Vicki and Richard Pratt spoke to… Audio
Tarsealing of Tāngarākau Gorge marks end of an era
The last stretch of metal road in New Zealand's State Highway network has been sealed, with contractors putting on the finishing touches to 12 kilometres of tarseal through the remote Tāngarākau Gorge… Audio
Take a look inside Auckland's new Mormon temple
The temple has taken five years to build, and sits on a multi-million dollar site in Goodwood Heights.
Popular Hutt River rail bridge walkway shut down delayed
The closure of a popular walkway on a rail bridge across the Hutt River has been put on hold to allow Hutt City Council time to develop an alternative.
Boy racers costing ratepayers thousands
Carterton mayor Ron Mark said eventually "these idiot racers, these clowns, are going to get it wrong and someone is going to get killed".
The Panel with Jennie Moreton & Simon Pound (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton & Simon Pound. The trio discuss the rise of hate speech on Elon Musk's social media platform X. In response to yesterday's… Audio
Councillors back recommendation to keep water services under total council control
Ratepayers will now be asked asked to provide feedback on their preferred model, as the council works to establish how it will deliver drinking water, wastewater and stormwater under new government…
Heavy rain causes flooding in Clutha
Heavy rain and thunder hit parts of the Clutha District on Tuesday night, causing flooding and road closures. Clutha District mayor Brian Cadogan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The $30m plan to protect Masterton from major flooding cost
There are a number of draft concepts that provide flood protection from the Waipoua River.
