Infrastructure
Water outage hits Wellington suburb of Newlands
Some Wellington residents are without water this morning after a pipe burst in the suburb Newlands.
Conservation Minister signals changes to Wildlife Act
Tama Potaka says he's 'not worried' updates might lead to a free pass for developers to kill protected species.
Despite resistance NPDC pushes on with dedicated cycle lanes
New Plymouth is pushing on with the installation of dedicated cycle lanes despite funding cuts and ongoing resistance from some businesses and residents. Video
Main construction on Wellington's controversial Golden Mile planned for next year
Work on the first stage of the project will start next month.
Rotorua looks to consult on two water delivery options
Rotorua residents will have a say on two options for the city's three-water services, as well as the city's proposed work for the next year.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 28 March 2025
In today's episode, the government is bringing in the Commerce Commission to keep an eye on Wellington Water, an emergency meeting has been held in Auckland to discuss homelessness, F1 driver Max… Audio
Govt brings in Commerce Commission to keep an eye on Wellington Water
The move comes after recent reports about "high costs and unsound financial management" at the entity.
Auckland Councillors vote 17 - 2 to redevelop Eden Park
Auckland councillors voted 17-2 with one abstention to endorse a staged redevelopment of Eden Park over a waterfront stadium. Councillors Shane Henderson, who supported the Eden Park redevelopment… Audio
Eden Park Residents Association on Eden Park plans
All but two Auckland councillors have endorsed redeveloping Eden Park to become the city's main stadium and the country's national stadium. Eden Park Residents Association spokesperson Shona Tagg… Audio
Auckland Council endorses Eden Park as city's main stadium
Auckland Council has endorsed the redevelopment of Eden Park into the city's main stadium, with the majority of councillors supporting plans for a business case. Maia Ingoe reports. Audio
Power supply failure to blame for Wellington train chaos
Commuter chaos in Wellington on Thursday was caused by a quote "power supply failure", and KiwiRail says it's investigating further what happened. KiwiRail chief capital planning and asset development… Audio
Much-debated sports hub marks significant milestone
The Tūparikino Active Community Hub, the first phase of which was due to be complete in late 2027, would operate alongside New Plymouth Raceway.
Auckland Council votes to endorse redevelopment of Eden Park
Councillors spent the afternoon weighing up the Eden Park proposal.
NZ's largest cemetery is full, funeral director blames Auckland Council
Waikumete Cemetery in West Auckland has now run out of burial space and paused any new adult burials until 2027.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 27 March 2025
In today's episode, the Greater Wellington Regional Council is seeking assurances from KiwiRail that there won't be further disruptions to rail services on Thursday afternoon, an investigation has… Audio
New safety tech warns roadworkers of incoming danger
The tech is being tested by Fulton Hogan in only Australia at this stage.
Auckland stadium vote: Onus on govt to help pay, councillors say
Auckland Council votes today on whether to endorse an Eden Park redevelopment or a new stadium on the waterfront.
The Panel with Simon Pound & Jennie Moreton (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Simon Pound & Jennie Moreton. They discuss the why tax breaks for churches might be worth retaining, and Tauranga councils $470,000 coffee… Audio
Auckland water charges set to increase 7.2% from July
Watercare is prepares to become financially independent and spend billions of dollars improving Auckland's water services. Audio
The Panel with Nalini Baruch & Boopsie Maran (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Nalini Baruch & Boopsie Maran. They discuss whether we have the right amount of mobility parking spots, and the curious case of the… Audio
