Local Council
Voting for local body elections begins
Voting for local body elections starts on Tuesday with big orange envelopes showing up in your letterboxes at any moment. Local Government New Zealand chief executive Scott Necklen spoke to Charlotte… Audio
'Deeply wrong': Council to axe 63 roles as election looms
The proposed restructure at Wellington City Council would disestablish 63 jobs, including 31 that are currently vacant.
Ōtorohanga mayor on Tom Phillips shooting
The police say one of Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips' children gave crucial information which helped officers find their two missing siblings on Monday afternoon. Ōtorohanga district mayor Max Baxter… Audio
Local referendums on Māori wards begin
Local referendums on Māori wards start on Tuesday, marking the latest clash between councils and the government. Te Maruata Māori advisory group network co-chair Toni Boynton spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
What makes a good election hoarding?
Todd Atticus is a designer and has designed plenty of election hoardings and joins Emile Donovan. Audio
A guide to voting in the local elections
So what are the rules around the upcoming elections?
Advocates urge stricter rules for Wairarapa cat bylaw
A wildlife advocacy group is urging Wairarapa councils to go harder on cat regulations in a proposed set of bylaws.
City to Sea bridge closed as demolition preparations begin
Some Wellingtonians are dismayed that the council has closed a bridge linking the city to sea.
Two-dollar public transport fares in Otago drives increase in usage
It costs just $2 a ride to get a bus in Otago, and despite a 50 cent increase coming into effect in the next few weeks, it's still a cheap way to get around. Councillor Andrew Noone spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Te Pāti Māori holds onto Tāmaki Makaurau seat in by-election
Te Pāti Māori has held onto the Tāmaki Makaurau seat, left vacant by the death of Takutai Tarsh Kemp. Incoming MP Oriini Kaipara spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Sealord considers shutting Nelson factory
The Nelson and Tasman regions are staring down what could be a double hit of big job cuts. Nelson mayor Nick Smith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Couple spend 11 months trying to get consent for granny flat
A couple have spent 11-months and $38,000 trying to get resource and building consent for a granny flat to house an elderly parent. Natalie Akoorie reports. Audio
'Deeply upsetting': Council hopes to put down fewer dogs
Rotorua Lakes council has put out a plea to residents to make informed choices before getting a dog.
What now for public art icon Wellington's City to Sea Bridge?
This week a group opposing the Wellington City Council's decision to demolish the capital's city to sea bridge, The Wellington Civic Trust, lost a Judicial Review. The group say they don't have the… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 5th September 2025
In today's episode, the government has stripped Auckland Transport of most of its power in a shake-up designed to improve how people get around New Zealand's largest city; A major report into the… Audio
Councillors should get mandatory training once elected, expert says
A big increase in rates charged by many councils around the country is putting pressure on households, with many not sure if they're getting bang for buck.
Willis shoots down Ashburton candidate's roading promise
Jeff Ryan has been promising to push the government to keep road user charges in the region of origin.
Councils expect more residents to ask for help with rates
Councils around the country are expecting to hear from more people wanting help with their rates this year. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Tāmaki Makaurau by-election campaign enters final day
Polls close in the Tāmaki Makaurau by election on Saturday. Front runners - Te Pati Māori's Oriini Kaipara and Labour's Peeni Henare - are using the final hours of the campaign to focus on getting… Audio
Opponents of City to Sea bridge demolition won't appeal
The Wellington Civic Trust says it won't be appealing a court judgement because they have exhausted resources.
