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Newsroom
Vector has put its network of Auckland electric vehicle chargers on the market. Selling them would shake up the market in our biggest city, not least for EV customers who would have to start paying for power
CityTalk
This piece was written with contributions from Next Urban Idea Ltd. and ICLEI KCC, and edited by Matteo Bizzotto and Sajili Oberoi, ICLEI World Secretariat. Photo credit: New Taipei City Government…
Newsroom
The Government’s demand for intensification relies on funding and financing tools that are no longer fit for purpose.
Newsroom
Central and local government are struggling for social licence to build bigger, denser residential developments, and that's because it also means a licence to change the very way we live as New Zealanders.
Mother Jones
Because suburban sprawl has been an environmental disaster.
While many of us love the countryside for its looks, we may differ on its purpose. Which brings me to my neighbours.
Eye of the Fish
This post was going to be called “New School of Music” but then I thought – no, hold on, this could really cause a stink....
The Conversation
Despite claims that lowering speed limits will harm the economy, evidence suggests journey times are hardly affected. And beyond reducing the road toll, there are health and climate benefits, too.
Sharon Smid's a keen advocate for good old-fashioned friendship and ensuring everyone has a sense of belonging and respect in their town.
Māori Television
Ōwairaka Source/File Today the Tūpuna Maunga Authority may finally get its way to start removing exotic trees from Auckland maunga and replace them with...
RNZ
An Auckland suburb wants to make it clear that homophobia isn't welcome in their community.
RNZ
Timaru District Council is proposing to retain its gambling policy, which does not include any bans to new venues or machines.
todayfm.co.nz
A Helen Clark Foundation paper said concerns over crime means people limit their use of the streets, and opt for cars rather than public transport.
Stuff
We're back at the office, and back in our cars commuting.
Newsroom
Can a new local news service, launching in Wellington today, succeed where plenty of others have failed? Mark Jennings reports.
RNZ
A government report has for the first time identified dozens of communities at serious risk of flooding and totally unprepared for it.
It's hope the scheme will bridge the gap for those struggling with the transition to digital banking.
RNZ
"In 20 years, it will be the epicentre of logistics in the North Island."
The Conversation
Shade, street furniture, streetscapes – they all matter when it comes to making a footpath appealing.
Dunedin has topped resident rankings as a great place to live, achieving higher ratings than eight other urban areas in New Zealand, a survey has...
RNZ
Flour is being ground the old fashioned way, powered by wind in Foxton's 17th century style Dutch windmill. Country Life takes a tour.
Art in the City is bringing people back into the city - we talk to some of the artists to find out what the revitalisation after COVID means to them as creatives.
Newsroom
Parliamentary committee reviews have been ignored; the council elections changes little – the real chance to change our local government and election system arrives in just a few weeks, writes Mark Thomas.
Newsroom
A poll commissioned by a new coalition intent on stopping an intensive housing development on Miramar Peninsula has found more than three-quarters of Wellingtonians want to see Shelly Bay wrapped into a planned national heritage park.
Stuff
OPINION: A quarter-acre paradise is no longer realistic. We need environmentally friendly cities and everything you need within a 15-minute walk or cycle.
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