Chris Bishop believes the current system is too fragmented and uncoordinated. Photo: RNZ The government has announced a mega ministry to take on the work of housing, transport and local government functions. Politics
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele arrive at the premiere of "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues" at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood in Los Angeles in September. Photo: Getty A man and a woman have been found dead at the Los Angeles home of Hollywood actor-director Rob Reiner, several local news media outlets are reporting. Events
PHOTO: NICK BROOK The Clutha Leader Silver Fern Farms Local Legend lamb leg is luckily always large. Events
From left - Jo Greig, Barbara Taylor, Honey Anderson, Heather Gordon with Rura among the plastic plant guards on the banks of Mill Creek in Argyle Park. PHOTO: DELLWYN MOYLAN By Dellwyn Moylan The use of plastic guards to protect plants along the bank of an Ashburton creek has raised concerns with residents. Politics
Photo: File image By Jonathan Leask, Local Democracy Reporter Selwyn District Council is on track to collect millions more in rates than planned this year due to continued growth and unexpectedly high property revaluations. Politics
Nick and Kate Webster prepare to open a farm shop at Totara, just south of Oamaru, tomorrow. PHOTO: RACHEL WYBROW PHOTOGRAPHY Fresh, local and seasonal. Politics
Lake Hāwea singer/songwriter Anna van Riel is bringing a mini festival of creativity to the Bannockburn Hall on Sunday. PHOTO: SUPPLIED Lake Hāwea singer/songwriter Anna van Riel is returning to the world of "grown up" music, after her 12-year hiatus in the world of children’s music. Politics
