Politics

World Vision 40 Hour Challenge

Tens of thousands of students from across the country are gearing up to embark on a variety of challenges to raise funds to help fight the impacts of climate... Read More

Council proposes end of Pukehina Development Rate

Community projects in Pukehina could get a boost, if money previously collected for a future wastewater scheme is repurposed. The Pukehina Development Rate,... Read More

Battle for support for mental health in schools

Teachers are struggling with mental health challenges and the Ministry of Education isn't doing enough to help, says an educational wellbeing coach from FLAX... Read More

Government bill to create marine farm certainty

The Coalition Government is delivering New Zealand's aquaculture industry the confidence and security it needs to grow, says Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane... Read More

TVNZ financial woes deepen: loss of at least $28m

TVNZ is warning of a large underlying loss amid a worsening advertising downturn. The state-owned broadcaster says it now expected an underlying loss of between... Read More

Four year terms on table for local elections

A local election overhaul is on the cards with four year terms, the end of postal votes, and a change in who runs the polls all up for consideration. Local... Read More

Move to attract stargazing travellers backed

Transforming Aotearoa into a dark sky nation could attract stargazing international tourists, creating huge economic benefits, says Tourism Minister Matt Doocey. The... Read More

A new community space coming to Gate Pā

A new community centre is coming to Gate Pā, and the community can proudly say they've played a part in the shaping of it. Local residents, mana whenua... Read More

Government commences Firearms Registry review

The Government says it is delivering on a commitment made in the National-ACT coalition agreement by commencing a review of the Firearms Registry. 'Cabinet... Read More

What the tax cuts mean for the housing market

Experts say there was nothing new for real estate in the Government's big announcement. 'It's just going to be status quo,” he tells OneRoof. 'It's... Read More

Te Pāti Māori protests: New Parliament mooted

Te Pāti Māori has issued a declaration of political independence with the intention of starting a Māori Parliament, coming off the back of a mass protest... Read More

Council proposes $50 community facilities fee

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is exploring a fairer approach to funding indoor facilities, such as sports centres. In its Long Term Plan 2024-34,... Read More