Local Government

Arts

Local board backs Fa’anānā Efeso Collins mural

A proposal hopes the painting is completed in time for the first anniversary of the late Pacific advocate and politician.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSat, 08 Feb

Environment

‘Don’t be a d***’: Community fed up with Illegal dumping

Discarded donations and rubbish outside the local charity store continue despite clearance efforts, sparking frustration and calls for better solutions.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 22 Jan

Politics

Public consultation on Auckland dog rules to go ahead

Auckland Council is proposing changes to the region's dog rules and wants to know what the public thinks.

Torika Tokalau, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 15 Jan

Summer

Loss of car park questioned for south Auckland road works

Manurewa residents and the local board are concerned about several parking spots being taken away, to improve road safety.

Torika Tokalau, Local Democracy ReporterSun, 05 Jan

Politics

Division, abuse and rates pain: Local politics year in review

Local Democracy Reporting (LDR) Editor Marika Hill looks back at local government in 2024.

LDRFri, 03 Jan

Politics

Greyhound racing ban paves way for Sports Bowl revamp, Polyfest bond uncertain

The Government's recent announcement opens the door for redevelopment of the park, but a $64,000 Polyfest bond remains in question.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterFri, 20 Dec

Politics

Auckland councillors condemn removal of well-being factors in local decisions

Alf Filipaina says ‘this Government doesn’t care about social issues’ and warns the reforms could harm Māori, Pasifika, and vulnerable communities.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterThu, 19 Dec

Politics

Wellington’s Pacific-inspired Fale Malae overcomes setbacks

The landmark project has received a vote of support and funding milestones as it moves towards obtaining resource consent.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 03 Dec

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