Tag: richard_mcgrath
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Napier City Council Chief Executive Louise Miller Announces Resignation
Louise Miller will leave Napier City Council in mid-December after announcing her resignation, taking up the role of Chief Executive Officer at Water Hawke's Bay in the new year.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborEnvironment Napier City CouncilLouise MillerRichard McGrathWater Hawke's BayChief ExecutiveresignationHawke's Bay
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Napier Council Proposes $20m Sale and 30-Year Lease of Kennedy Park Resort
Napier City Council seeks feedback on selling Kennedy Park Resort assets to Hampshire (NZ) Limited for about $20 million and leasing the land for up to 30 years.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsReal EstateEconomyEmployment and Labor Napier City CouncilKennedy Park ResortHampshire (NZ) LimitedRichard McGrathholiday parkleasecommunity consultation
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Napier Council Seeks Public Input on Hawke's Bay Amalgamation Options
Napier residents are invited to share their views on Hawke's Bay local government amalgamation, choosing between one or two councils, or letting central government decide. A survey and public meeting are available for input.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial Issues Napier City CouncilHawke's BayLocal GovernmentAmalgamationPublic ConsultationRichard McGrath
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Napier City Council Adopts Annual Plan with Community-Driven Changes
Napier City Council adopted its 2026/27 Annual Plan, incorporating community feedback to adjust rating structures, including CCTV costs and rural residential rates. A new targeted transportation rate based on capital value was introduced, with an 8.8% rates increase.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyTransportationSocial Issues Napier City CouncilAnnual PlanRatesCommunity FeedbackCCTVRichard McGrath
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Napier City Council Joins Regional Effort to Shape Future Governance
Napier City Council partners with three Hawke’s Bay councils to propose local government reorganisation, seeking community input to avoid central government intervention and shape the city's future.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsElectionEconomySocial Issues Napier City CouncilHawke's BayLocal GovernmentReorganisationRichard McGrathCommunity Engagement
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Gordon the Border Terrier Crowned Napier's Top Dog for 2026
Gordon, a Border Terrier, has been named Napier's Top Dog for 2026, winning the annual Dog Model competition. He will star in the city's dog registration campaign, reminding owners of the July 30 deadline and the importance of fees for…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsSocial IssuesLegalEducation GordonNapierDog Model competitionDog registrationRichard McGrathBorder TerrierAnimal control