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Uncertainty for Auckland amid housing rule changes

· February 9, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland is left wondering about the future of housing intensification plans after another potential u-turn in rules from central government. RNZ/Calvin Samuel Government interference in planning...

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Taupō’s biggest school closed after large fire

· February 9, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon. SUPPLIED Firefighters are set to return to the scene of a large fire at Taupō’s biggest school. Crews have...

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Two charged following Taupō fire

· February 9, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Sergeant Allan Humphries, Taupō Police: Two young people have been charged following a fire at a Taupō college yesterday afternoon. Emergency services...

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Flames seen in school as smoke rises over Taupō

· February 8, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand (File photo) RNZ/Marika Khabazi Taupō firefighters are responding to a large fire at Taupo Nui-a-Tia Tia College. Fire and Emergency NZ said it was called to...

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Matt Gibb on why nerves are essential to live TV

· February 8, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Matt Gibb has been on New Zealand TV screens for more than 20 years, debuting on the children’s television show Squirt as a teen and currently...

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Breakthrough in SH2 Waioweka Gorge

· February 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government After three weeks of intensive work, SH2 through Waioweka Gorge will re-open to the public tomorrow Monday 9 February for single-lane controlled access, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says....

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Lanes blocked, Northern motorway

· February 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police District: Waitematā The Northern motorway, near Moir Hill Road, is blocked due to a vehicle being on fire. One northbound lane remains open as emergency services...

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RIF funding supports 100 new homes in Kaikohe

· February 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $4 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund for infrastructure to support the Bisset Road social housing project in Kaikohe, Regional Development Minister...

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Man arrested following Taupō CBD fire

· February 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police The quick action of Police has resulted in the arrest of one person following an investigation into a suspicious fire at a commercial premises on Oruanui...

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Expert hearing panel confirmed for proposed Plan Change 120

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council and the Government have confirmed the appointment of the expert group that will lead hearings on proposed Plan Change 120.   Known as an ‘independent hearings panel’, the group is made up of nine members with extensive backgrounds in...

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Top 10 city centre wins in 2025

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council We reflect on another year of renewal and vibrancy in the city centre.  Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson welcomes the opportunity at the end of the year to...

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Last call for feedback on Auckland’s future housing plan

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council Aucklanders have until 5pm on Friday 19 December to make a submission on Proposed Plan Change 120, which updates Auckland’s planning rules to strengthen natural hazard protections...

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More funding, more impact:

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council is investing big in community climate action with the launch of Te Ara Urutau – Climate and Emergency Ready Fund, offering more than $1million to help community organisations across Tāmaki Makaurau take bold, practical steps to...