There's scepticism from some as to whether a Crown observer will help Wellington City Council. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown is appointing an observer over concerns for the council's ...

The Children's Minister says the 13 young people who scaled an Auckland justice facility will face consequences for their actions.

More than a dozen youths climbed atop the Wiri youth justice facility last night and were demanding fast food, cigarettes and a getaway car.

Wellington mayor Tory Whanau says she'll stick to her priorities - even as central Government intervenes.  Local Government ...