The Huddle: Local government voting at record low, the Vodafone rebrand, and Kiwi Costco superfans

Kensington Palace says it won't be re-issuing the unedited photo of Kate Middleton and her three kids after a photo-shop drama.

The image was the first official image of Kate since her surgery early this year- the Princess has since apologised for any confusion, saying she does occasionally experiment with editing.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says this incident puts more pressure on Kate after the mass speculation about her surgery.

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Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Auckland Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! 

Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier is being forced to retire because the Ombudsmen Act 1975 requires an Ombudsman to resign by 72. Is this fair? Should we evaluate this 49-year-old law?

Do we believe that Princess Kate was just 'experimenting with editing' after yesterday's image surfaced? Does her apology settle the issue?

How scary was yesterday's Latam airlines incident? Will this make you always wear your seatbelt on a plane now?

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Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s mid-season update offers a grim warning for sheep and beef farmers.

The report claims farm profits could drop 54 percent to $62,600 on average this financial year, off the back of significant losses.

The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further.

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The Climate Change Commission has recommended reducing the number of carbon credits ahead of future auctions.

After a full year of failed auctions, the Commission believes halving the number of credits to reduce oversupply is the right decision. 

BusinessDesk managing editor Pattrick Smellie says fewer units will drive up the carbon price.

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Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier's enforced retirement has sparked discussion about reforming an old law.

The Ombudsmen Act 1975 states an Ombudsman must resign once they turn 72- and Boshier's resigned ahead of his birthday.

ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says Boshier's still making excellent decisions- and should be granted exception.

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A new Aged Care Taskforce Report has proposed some changes for Australia's aging population.

The taskforce acknowledged more money was needed to fund care for Australia's elderly- and suggested participant co-contributions be increased.

The report ruled out meeting the rising costs with extra taxes, citing 'intergenerational equity issues'.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the region's aging population is outpacing younger working taxpayers- which is a 'massive problem'.

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Black Caps batter Daryl Mitchell has come under fire for his recent post-match comments.

New Zealand is recovering after their 2-nil defeat by Australia at Hagley Oval

Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further.

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Demand from aspiring business owners has shot up to record levels, according to new data.

Enquiries are up 50 percent from last year, many coming from 'corporate refugees' and former Government consultants.

ABC Business Sales Managing Director Chris Small says many of these laid-off workers have gotten used to a certain lifestyle.

"They need to replicate those incomes and the way the job market is right now, they're having to look at inventive ways of replicating their income. And one of those ways is purchasing a business."

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Air New Zealand is suspending Auckland to Chicago services due to ongoing issues with the availability of serviceable Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines used in Boeing 787 aircraft.

They'll suspended from the end of this month, until late October.

Customers can rebook on another flight, or get a refund or credit.

The airline's chief customer and sales officer, Leanne Geraghty, says the company will work to ensure customers can still get to where they need to go.

"Our teams are in constant communication with Rolls-Royce as we work through trying to resolve the issue."

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The Wellsford Volunteer Fire Brigade is expected to return a $2500 donation gifted by the local Head Hunters chapter.

The infamous motorcycle gang's Wellsford chapter raised the money through their 'Outlaw Run' fundraising ride.

Charities law expert Sue Barker says there's laws around accepting donations from criminal organisations- if the money was raised through illegal actions. 

"The question is- has this donation come from illegal sources? I don't actually know, it sounds like it was done from a charity day, it's only $2500, people could have been donating small cash, items."

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