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Tauranga's first Māori ward councillor resigns
1 Feb 2025Mikaere Sydney was elected in July 2024 but was never able to take up the job.
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Council disagree to speed limit increase in Rakaia
5 Feb 2025The speed limit through the town is set to increase to 70kph by 1 July.
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Aucklanders rate quality of life high, but down on previous years
5 Feb 2025A biennial survey on urban wellbeing has found that three in four Aucklanders rate their quality of life positively.
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Rotorua to host major indigenous health conference
5 Feb 2025Rotorua and Hei Āhuru Mōwai Māori will host the World Indigenous Cancer Conference.
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Is paid parking the answer for this town's growing needs?
4 Feb 2025Rangiora and Kaiapoi residents will get the chance to have their say on what parking demand might look like in 2040, and whether they are willing to pay for a good spot.
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Descendant of Treaty translator slams Principles Bill, demands apology
31 Jan 2025The Bill aims to replace the existing Treaty principles - developed over time by courts and the Waitangi Tribunal to interpret the Treaty in law - with three new ones determined by the Government.
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Council pays influencers to boost tourism
3 Feb 2025It's costing ratepayers about $7000 but the council says it's creating profit for local businesses.
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Proposed street names divide councillors again
31 Jan 2025Finding the right names for new streets remains a peak to summit, with three proposals dividing councillors.
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School lunch delays: 'Our students deserve better than this'
2 Feb 2025One Auckland school had to buy 200 pies for students after their lunches arrived nearly four hours late. "It's not okay when I've got hungry kids."
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'It feels like the drinkers have won' as playground removed
1 Feb 2025Community members have been left reeling after a playground and seating area were dismantled and fenced off to deter public drinking.
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How 24 hours in history shaped a local politician's views
1 Feb 2025A Whanganui councillor has revealed his historical family connection to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it impacts his views.
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Gravel road debate: Southern council puts off decision
30 Jan 2025A decision on reverting sealed roads back to gravel has been delayed.
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'Hugely frustrating': Communities grow impatient for lower speeds
28 Jan 2025Tasman District Council is currently re-consulting on changes that would primarily lower the speed limits on high-risk rural roads and around several rural schools.
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'Saving seconds over safety': Community frustrated over speed reversal
30 Jan 2025NZTA will reverse speed limits on 38 sections of the state highway network - including through the Rakaia township - back to their previous higher speed limit.
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Motorists fined, cars seized after police patrol Auckland beach
30 Jan 2025Karioitahi Beach's speed limit was reduced to 20km/h after a request from local iwi Ngāti te Ata.
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Tourist towns doubtful of government support
30 Jan 2025The Hurunui and Kaikōura councils are not expecting a share of the increased International Visitor Levy.
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Will sealed roads become a luxury in the south?
28 Jan 2025Three Southland roads are at risk of reverting to gravel as the district council struggles to maintain its network amid funding issues.
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Automotive workshop toilet tiff resolved
27 Jan 2025Spud Motors in Masterton was incorrectly told it needed more loos after the council refused to grant building consent for just one unisex toilet on the premises.
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'Grisly scenes': 142 lambs killed by dogs at Auckland working farm
Dozens of other lambs were injured by three roaming dogs, in two incidents at a regional working farm.
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Mystery sign bandit alters street names into crude words
27 Jan 2025"I live in Cornwall Rd but in the post it said 'Pornwall Rd'. I just thought it was a joke," one local said.
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'We should have been notified': Council no longer helping with heritage tree
27 Jan 2025An Ashburton woman was surprised to find out the council would no longer help with the maintenance of the California Redwood tree that towers over her property.
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Napier 1931 quake memorial to be held a day earlier
27 Jan 2025A memorial service will be held in Napier a day earlier this year so more people can attend.
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Meet the people behind Tauranga's $128m museum
27 Jan 2025Work has begun on Tauranga's first museum, expected to open in 2028, but the city's heritage collection was started in 1969. So what will the museum house, and what's happening behind the scenes?
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Dog attack victim's mother fights for changes
25 Jan 2025A mum is calling for change after her child's lip was torn open when a menacing dog bit her on the face at a Hastings property.
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