Council

Feedback on rules for earthworks near kauri trees

The Thames-Coromandel District Council is now taking feedback on proposed new rules to manage earthworks near kauri trees in urban zones of the district, in order... Read More

Quiet room for those with sensory needs

As part of Bayfair Shopping Centre's $115 million development, a quiet room has opened for visitors with sensory processing and autism spectrum disorders. The... Read More

Water conservation calls before summer hits

Summer isn't even here yet, and already Tauranga City Council is calling on people to conserve water. Council is warning people that the earlier onset of hot... Read More

The Mall reopens after severe flooding

Repairs to The Mall at Pilot Bay are expected to begin today after severe flooding caused damage to parts of the road. Tauranga City Council was forced to shut... Read More

Severe flooding in Mount Maunganui

The Mall, in Mount Maunganui, is currently closed to motorists following severe flooding in the area. A SunLive photographer at the scene says the water is sweeping... Read More

Council calls for change in legislation

Whakatane District Council is seeking a meeting with Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta to discuss what it says are flaws in the local electoral legislation. ... Read More

New rose created for ex Hamilton Mayor

A week is a long time in politics. Three years seems like an eternity. But that's about to change. Three years ago, after retiring from two terms as Mayor, Julie... Read More

Consultation opens on the draft Naming Policy

Tauranga City Council is updating its Naming of Streets, Reserves and Community Facilities Policy (now to be known as the Naming Policy) - last reviewed 10 years... Read More

Illegally dumped rubbish frustrating council

A Bay of Plenty Council is disappointed with the illegal dumping taking place in its town. Photos posted on the Whakatane District Council's Facebook page... Read More

101st Armistice Day commemoration in Papamoa

The flagstaff at the Papamoa War Memorial will be flying full colours for the first time on Monday. One year from its unveiling, the war memorial has been chosen... Read More

Mud Dog Run postponed

This Sunday's Mud Dog Run at TECT All Terrain Park is postponed due to an iffy-looking weather forecast. The event will now be held on Sunday, November 24. Western... Read More

WBOP councillors sworn in

A commitment to connecting with all communities underpinned the swearing in of councillors and community board members at the inaugural meeting of the Western... Read More