Infrastructure
Waitaki District Council's standalone water services plan rejected by DIA
Department of Internal Affairs officials have ordered the council to carry out a full review of the district's water assets or face ministerial intervention.
South Island's biggest joint council water company approved
The new entity called Southern Waters will take over drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services across the three districts from July 2027, under the government's Local Water Done Well…
Why the results of a new housing survey might surprise you
The Urban Advisory's New Zealand Housing Survey reveals that more of us are interested in co-housing, residential co-operatives and shared ownership models. In short, when it comes to our homes, we… Audio
Waikato water contamination: Schools stay closed for start of term
Waikato schools may need to implement a "distance learning programme" if they can not reopen soon. Audio
Drinking water contamination scare shuts down schools
A drinking water contamination scare has shut down several Waikato schools on what was supposed to be the first day back after the holidays. On Saturday the Rototuna Reservoir tested positive for… Audio
New sewage treatment system coming for Northland harbour town
The town of Rawene has dealt with the discharge of a failing sewage plant into their harbour for 40 years, but a new system is only weeks away. Peter de Graaf reports. Audio
Boil water notice remains in place for Rototuna water supply
Infants and elderly people, anyone with a severely compromised immune systems or who is pregnant may be at increased risk, the council says.
Government dish out first lot of new event funding
The government has announced it will put five million dollars into a roof fund for Auckland's Manuka Doctor tennis arena; the total cost is expected to be $15 million. It is the first project to get… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 3rd October 2025
In today's episode, protestors gathered outside Foreign Minister Winston Peters' home in Auckland on Thursday night in support of those on board the Global Sumud Flotilla; The home of the ASB Classic… Audio
Havelock boil water notice lifted
Engineers and contractors had worked quickly to build a new temporary ultraviolet treatment plant.
'Unsustainable': Tender exposes water entity's deficiencies
The breadth of weaknesses in Wellington Water's management systems is being laid bare in a tender for a $37 million urgent overhaul.
Uncertain funding, politics hindering development - report
The infrastructure and building sectors want a more reliable pipeline of work, a new survey has found.
Quarry company seeks to take over part of Belmont Regional Park
A quarry company seeking to take over a section of regional park is confident it's offering a like-for-like land swap, despite protests from local advocates. Kate Green has more. Audio
Foul environmental odours impact health: Report
A new report says foul environmental odours are common in New Zealand, and they can make people sick. Lead author Dr Jonathan Jarman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Auckland Airport in midst of multi-billion-dollar transformation
Auckland Airport is in the midst of a multi-billion-dollar transformation it says will set New Zealand up for the future. Auckland Airport CEO Carrie Hurihanganui spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Coalition stake out different positions on electricity reforms
The politics of power is certain to feature in election year - with all three coalition parties staking out distinct positions on how to fix the electricity market. Acting political editor Craig… Audio
Meridian Energy on govt's energy reforms
Meridian Energy says the government's long-awaited energy reforms are bold, and provide clarity. Meridian chief executive Mike Roan spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
What will the govt energy reforms mean for power bills?
The government has announced energy reforms it says will improve the electricity market, but many have been left wondering what it will mean for power prices. Retired Wellington public servant Judith… Audio
'It's our State Highway 1': Relief over new supply vessel
The Chatham Island's mayor says a government announcement means the community can now plan for its future. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 1st October 2025
In today's episode, the Labour party has slammed changes to the electricity sector announced on Wednesday as "weak and short-sighted"; Psychologist, author and television presenter, Nigel Latta, has… Audio
