Local Council
Queenstown council criticised over enactment of discharge plans for Shotover River
A Queenstown councillor is accusing her council of "secrecy" and underhand tactics over its plan of enacting emergency powers to divert treated sewage into the Shotover River.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 24 March 2025
In today's episode, a Queenstown councillor has blown the whistle on the council's plans to pump wastewater into the Shotover river, the UN has questioned the fairness of GST in New Zealand, deputy… Audio
Queenstown councillor blows whistle on wastewater plan
A Queenstown councillor has blown the whistle on a district council proposal to pump 12,000 cubic metres of treated wastewater into the Shotover River per day. Queenstown councillor Niki Gladding… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 24 March 2025
On today's episode, "Nothing is going to stop us now." That's how New Zealand First Leader Winston Peters wrapped up his State of the Nation speech in Christchurch on Sunday, despite facing seven… Audio
Napier mayor on protest over cuts to after hours health services
The Mayor of Napier says the government is falling well short of promises made when the city's hospital was closed in 1998. Napier mayor Kirsten Wise spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
'This isn't over' - expect challenges to Western Springs Speedway closure
The iconic Western Springs Speedway is set to close but Albany Ward councillor John Watson is rallying against what he calls an "engineered eviction". Audio
LGNZ crying foul over potential rates capping
President Sam Broughton said the government's proposal for a cap on rates increases would only make things worse, with Australian examples showing it would do the opposite to what the government…
'It gets tiring' - Iwi leaders challenge Uffindell equal voting rights bill
The Tauranga MP says his private members' bill was aimed at ensuring equal voting rights in local and central government.
Gisborne seeks legal advice on new speed limit rule changes
The council's bylaw process complicates implementing the new speed limits.
Rail still seen as 'crucial' to Canterbury's future
The Greater Christchurch Partnership and the Canterbury Regional Transport Committee have made their recommendations on the draft Canterbury Regional Public Transport Plan.
Hutt council to drain pools following outbreak of gastric illness cryptosporidiosis
Hutt City Council is draining some of its pools previously associated with cryptosporidiosis after a spate of gastric illness across the Greater Wellington region.
Resigning Hamilton councillor says he's 'not controversial'
Former Hamilton councillor Mark Donovan, who quit last month after taking on a full-time job late last year, said he was never a controversial character.
Precautions in place at Wellington pools after gastric illness outbreak
There are now 33 cases of cryptosporidiosis in the Wellington region.
New boss of Watercare announced
A new boss has been appointed to head the Auckland Council-owned water utility Watercare.
Construction minister criticises councils for pausing consents
Minister Chris Penk says there's "staggering cost" to the delays.
Community leaders concerned over lack of UH after hours care
Upper Hutt community leaders are concerned as the region of 50,000 residents is without after-hours health care and facing long GP wait times. Mayoral hopeful in the city's upcoming local election… Audio
Councillors to decide on future of Westport relocation plan
On Wednesday, councillors would decide whether to endorse the plan or not.
Car wreck left on hill for months: 'Someone will get squashed'
A crashed car left sitting on council land is now in a "precarious position" after months of vandalism, a worried property owner says.
The Panel with Ed McKnight and Sue Kedgley (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed McKnight and Sue Kedgley. In the second half of the show, they discuss ACT seeking expressions of interest to stand for local council… Audio
Auckland councillors defend getting freebies for Eden Park events
Ahead of a vote on the city's stadium strategy, Auckland councillors are defending being hosted at Eden Park for events like concerts and sports matches.
