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I can’t count the times I’ve found out too late what "everyone" in Wellington has known for an age about the place and people we’ve been trying to work with. It’s enormously frustrating, and...

When we think of resilience, we think of the ability to shrug off tough times and keep moving.

There was a big turnout in Waimumu with the Prime Minister and Agriculture and Forestry Minister in town for the Restoring Farmers’ Confidence public meeting last Wednesday.

With the festive season right around the corner, there’s a natural urge to reflect on a year that tested our resilience but also showcased our community’s strength.

We have had a lot of rain this year.

With what has been an underwhelming start to spring, a few breaks in the weather have allowed us to dust off our gardening tools and dig into the soil.

Daffodils, lambs, a new dairy plant in Edendale — spring is definitely in the air!

Local councils are often caught between a rock and a hard place, balancing competing priorities from central government.

There have been some big government announcements recently that add up to a great investment in our future.

Winter brings a whirlwind of travel for me in my role as mayor, and it’s not lost on me that, right after approving a significant rate increase, I find myself boarding flights to advocate for our...

It just so happens I have been thinking about emotional intelligence lately.

The story of King Canute trying to hold back the tide is mostly likely a metaphor (but told about a real person) for the lack of power humans have over the elements.

Confidence and resilience.

As the days start to get longer again and we revisit our 10-year vision for the district, it is good time to take a breath and reflect on some of the positive contributions that often fly under the...

On Facebook Messenger I was recently catching up with a friend from the other side of the planet.

We know that the more children are moved around houses (and schools) during their early years, the harder it is for them to find their feet later in life.

Retirement — especially paying for it — is a "should" problem.

Retirement — especially paying for it — is a "should" problem.

The high level census data is out and it has reaffirmed what we already knew.