Politics

Speed limits cut in north Waikato

New road signs have been popping up across north Waikato as Waikato District Council (WDC) rolls out its Speed Management Plan and motorists best...

PC1 – local growers at risk?

Waikato’s controversial Plan Change 1 (PC1) will have an impact north of the river, Brendan Balle from the Pukekohe Vegetable Growers Association (PVGA) warns. “If...

Illegal dumping in Auckland: We cannot keep going around in circles

By Auckland Councillor and Times Media publisher, Bo Burns Illegal dumping continues to be one of the most frustrating and visible issues facing many...

NZ on the world stage

By Prime Minister Christopher Luxon National is focused on getting New Zealand out onto the world stage and securing more trade deals, because when...

Inflation rises to 4.1 per cent

Today’s inflation figures show the impact of the global oil price shock, while reinforcing the government’s prudent response to global volatility, Finance Minister Nicola...

PC 120 – grow up or suffer the sprawl?

Housing intensification is in the spotlight as Auckland Council weighs up options related to where residents will reside moving forward. Feedback is being sought for...

Cartoon: Bishop on the Fast-track

Minister for Infrastructure, Chris Bishop is not standing still. As this original illustration by Roger Smith shows, he is championing Fast-track projects including some...

Jones is fishing for feedback – consultation closes soon

One of Franklin’s most popular sports could run high and dry if fishers don’t share their thoughts on catch limits. Sought by Minister for Oceans...

New Women’s Health Hub launched

A new Women’s Health Hub designed to make it easier for women across New Zealand to find trusted health information has been launched by...

Consultation closes soon

By Papakura Local Board Chair, Kelvin Hiatt Our Papakura Local Board Plan closes for consultation on July 23. I encourage you to go online...