Local Council

The construction of a controversial sewerage pipeline near a Rotorua lake considered tapū by mana whenua is set to continue despite protests.

An independent evaluation report into Otago Regional Council has revealed it needs to improve in a range of areas.

Maintaining Tasman's infrastructure this financial year is expected to cost $3 million more than was budgeted for, and the district's councillors aren't happy.

A cycling advocate on Waiheke island says that without cycle lanes, the area's narrow roads, tourists, bikes, pedestrians, wine and speed, are "an accident waiting to happen".

Whanganui is to establish a citizen's assembly to consider the future of its outdoor swimming pools, following public outcry against a proposal to close Whanganui East Pool.

One died and three others were injured on a stretch of road earmarked for speed reduction.

A town that has been under a temporary boil water notice for ten years, with brown water coming out of their taps, has New Zealand's water regulator wading in. Audio

Local ratepayers dispute the local council's version of flooding and erosion risk along the coast.

Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon says government should not undermine council decision-making processes.

An estimated 250,000-300,000 private wells are used for drinking water in Canterbury.

The greenhouse, built in 1960 to house exotic plants at the city's Botanic Gardens, faced demolition as the council sought to save money as part of its long-term plan amendment. Audio

The limits are being enforced because of significant and sustained demand this month.