Local Council
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
Greens launch petition to restore Te Reo electorate names
The Green Party's Wellington MPs have launched a petition calling for Maori place names to be restored to the capital's electorates. Rongotai MP Julie Anne Genter spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Councillors hit back at Wayne Brown's 'Pacific victims' remark
Councillors Lotu Fuli and Alf Filipaina pointed to official data that shows they have outperformed the Auckland mayor in attendance.
Hobson’s Pledge founder wants ratepayer activist seat at table
New Plymouth district councillor Kevin Moratti wants the Ratepayers Alliance group to have access to council decision-making.
Nelson Mayor launches his re-election campaign
Smith has pledged to keep rate increases under 5 percent over the next three years, barring a natural disaster.
