Local Council
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau pulls out of mayoral race
Wellington mayor, Tory Whanau, has quit the mayoralty race. Whanau announced on Monday night she won't be running for a second term as mayor and will instead run for the Māori Ward. Wellington Issues… Audio
Mayor launches investigation into $700,000 council overspend
Mayor Weston Kirton says it's too early to "talk about heads rolling".
Tory Whanau quits Wellington mayoral race
She says former Labour MP Andrew Little entering the race "changed the game".
Nelson deals with upgrading road or building a bridge
LDR's Max Frethey reports on the Tasman district's bridge or road upgrade Audio
Not too late to save the City to Sea Bridge - lawyers
Lawyers for a group challenging the Wellington City Council's plan to demolish the City to Sea Bridge say it is not too late to consider other options.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 28 April 2025
In today's episode, Police are investigating after three applicants who failed physical testing were still admitted for training, the police have been using special powers in a bid to clamp down a… Audio
Hawke's Bay secures funding for Whirinaki flood mitigation project
The area was one of many where homes were flooded and lives were ruined.
Fishermen frustrated after 'idiots' trigger Napier beach restrictions
Timber barriers are appearing along Napier's Marine Parade, Napier, to keep vehicles off the beach.
The Panel with Deborah Hart and Jeremy Ellwood (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Deborah Hart and Jeremy Ellwood. They discuss moves to repeal legislation aimed at removing jargon from the public service, the social… Audio
The Panel with Deborah Hart and Jeremy Ellwood (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Deborah Hart and Jeremy Ellwood. They talk about whether Winston Peters crossed a line in a fiery interview on RNZ Morning Report, online… Audio
Millipede infestation growing in Wellington, entomologist says
On community social media pages people are reporting waking to find hundreds in their area.
Speed rise proposal dropped for Rotorua highway after community push
Successful reversals to 100kph include the journey to Whakatāne.
Report recommends partial remediation option for Petone wharf
Hutt City Council has a maximum budget of $12 million for the wharf, but full restoration will likely cost $14.2 million.
Departing councillor hits out at cruelty of online bullies
Shane Epiha says the bullying has reached the point where his family don't feel safe in their own community.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 23 April 2025
In today's episode, New Zealand's sole cardinal says it is important the next pope continues to prevent child sexual abuse in the church and is politically astute considering the current geopolitical… Audio
Get this water tower funded!
Get ready for a story with a bit of grassroots hustle and ingenuity. Audio
How to stop throwing away $1500 every year
Wastebusters is a waste minimisation project. Audio
Digital billboard given final sign off despite dark sky park concerns
A design tweak has been approved for the billboard, which is expected to be erected by October, but a dark sky proponent is not pleased.
Duvauchelle residents on water restrictions after weekend storm
The Akaroa town has been told to immediately stop "non-essential activities".
Boil water notice remains in place for Greymouth
A boil water notice remains in place for the greater Greymouth area two weeks after it was first imposed. Grey District Mayor Tania Gibson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
