Local Council
Signing date announced for key contract for Golden Mile
Ground was broken back in April, despite construction contracts not being signed for the entire project.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 14 August
In today's episode, Public hearings in the Covid-19 Royal Commission have been abandoned after key witnesses, including Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, former Finance Minister Grant Robertson… Audio
'It doesn't cost the government anything' - Wayne Brown calls for bed tax rethink
The government meeds to rethink its opposition to a bed night levy for Auckland, the mayor says. Audio
Local electorate MP for Tauranga still doesn't live in city
Libby Kirky-McLeod tells us about boundary changes in the Bay of Plenty - and finds Tauranga MP Sam Uffindell doesn't live in the electorate he represents. Audio
Wayne Brown, Kerrin Leoni to face questions from voters
Auckland's top mayoral candidates will appear at the 'Let's Talk About Auckland' event.
Lower Hutt parking meters going cashless due to vandalism, theft
This year, 30 parking meters in Lower Hutt were intentionally damaged or destroyed.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 13th August 2025
In today's episode, New Zealand Embassy staff have made contact with a New Zealand woman being detained with her son at a U.S immigration facility; The local government minister has confirmed he'll be… Audio
Minister to take rates cap policy to Cabinet
Simon Watt says he is working at pace on the policy, which so far has recieved a mixed response around Parliament and councils. Audio
LGNZ on govt's rate capping proposal
The local government minister has confirmed he'll be taking a paper to cabinet before Christmas with a proposed model to cap rates. Local Government New Zealand President and Selwyn mayor Sam… Audio
Rural Tasman highways drop to 80km/h
Phase 1 of Tasman's speed limit reductions have now been implemented, with high-risk rural roads dropping from 100km/h.
The Bay of Plenty town putting down fewer dogs than its neighbours
Around half of all impounded dogs in most parts of the region are euthanised. Audio
Tauranga puts down fewer dogs than neighbouring towns
Dogs in Tauranga are less likely to be put down compared to neighbouring towns in the Bay of Plenty. Libby Kirkby-McLeod finds out what's making the difference. Audio
No votes, no problem: The early winners in local elections
The lack of candidates in some areas means representatives are being elected unopposed.
Hawke's Bay fires: Fine criticised as 'economic incentive to burn'
Former Hawke's Bay Regional Council chairperson Rex Graham said $300 was not a deterrent.
'Spend smarter, not harder': Auckland Mayoral candidate releases fiscal policy
Kerrin Leoni is the main contender to incumbent mayor Wayne Brown.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 12th August 2025
In today's episode, Critical staff shortages, a siloed culture and serious governance issues have been identified in an inquiry into Canterbury's Mental Health Services - sparked by the murder of a… Audio
Mayoral hopeful's website condemned as 'horrendous'
A candidate's has been slammed by fellow local politicians after his website looks to have posted "dangerous" and sexually disturbing content.
Sth AK councillors fighting with Mayor Brown over attendance
Mary Afemata has all the news from the neighbourhood of South Auckland Audio
Auckland mayoral candidate's embarrassing campaign no show
Kerrin Leoni is promising to release a key policy this week, and to personally handle media invites after a 'miscommunication'.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 11th August 2025
In today's episode, the first submissions have been heard by a People's Select Committee designed to challenge the government's rushed changes to the Equal Pay Amendment Act; A Northland cardiologist… Audio
