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Councils Need More Clarity Around Climate Adaptation - LGNZ
Friday, 11 July 2025, 7:26 am | LGNZ
LGNZ Vice President Campbell Barry says while the report has good intentions, it fails to address some concerns previously raised by local government. More >>
LGNZ Urges More People To Run For Council
Saturday, 5 July 2025, 1:02 pm | LGNZ
LGNZ Chief Executive Susan Freeman-Greene says a hallmark of healthy democracy is when people are willing to represent their community around the council table. More >>
City And Regional Deals A Good First Step Forward - LGNZ
Thursday, 3 July 2025, 12:18 pm | LGNZ
LGNZ Chief Executive Susan Freeman-Greene says the partnership is an opportunity for local and central government to deliver joint priorities. More >>
Security Allowance Will Help Keep Elected Members Safe - LGNZ
Thursday, 26 June 2025, 12:46 pm | LGNZ
The Remuneration Authority will introduce an allowance of up to $4,500 to cover elected members installing and monitoring a security system at home (the same figure as for MPs), plus $1000 annually for maintenance. The allowance will come into effect after ... More >>
LGNZ Welcomes Draft National Infrastructure Plan, Calls For Better Collaboration
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 6:27 pm | LGNZ
We look forward to working with the Government on a way forward, in order to deliver on better infrastructure outcomes for the country, says LGNZ national council member Mayor Neil Holdom. More >>
Councils Compete For SuperLocal Awards; 2025 Finalists Announced
Wednesday, 18 June 2025, 7:31 pm | LGNZ
The annual LGNZ SuperLocal Awards were created to recognise and celebrate excellent performance by local councils in leading their communities and working together. More >>
Collaboration Essential To Tackling Housing Challenges — LGNZ
Wednesday, 18 June 2025, 7:30 pm | LGNZ
LGNZ Vice President Campbell Barry says that while many of the proposals are welcome, the time has come for the Government to establish a more positive relationship with councils on housing. More >>
2025 Budget Provides Welcome Relief For Older Ratepayers
Friday, 23 May 2025, 7:38 am | LGNZ
“This was always expected to be a tight budget due to the current economic conditions, so we’re pleased to see the Government has opted to ease the financial pressure on older New Zealanders – many of whom are facing a cost-of-living crisis,” says ... More >>
LGNZ Releases Safety Guide As Elected Member Abuse Continues To Rise
Thursday, 1 May 2025, 10:42 am | LGNZ
At its All-of-local-government meeting in Wellington this morning, LGNZ launched a ‘How to stay safe’ guide for elected members, as part of a session on addressing abuse against elected members. More >>
LGNZ Hails Rethink On Emergency Works Funding
Thursday, 10 April 2025, 5:19 pm | LGNZ
LGNZ President Sam Broughton says this outcome is a win for local government. More >>
Susan Freeman-Greene To Step Down As LGNZ CE
Thursday, 10 April 2025, 7:31 am | LGNZ
Susan Freeman-Greene says the role has been a privilege. “It is a fantastic, challenging role that has taught me so much and it’s given me great moments of optimism and hope for our future” she said. More >>
New Home GST Sharing Could Help Bring Rates Down – LGNZ
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:02 pm | LGNZ
“Growth comes at a large cost for communities who have to pay for infrastructure up front, with all of the benefits of growth currently accruing to central government in the form of GST, new income tax and business taxes,” says LGNZ President Sam ... More >>
Strong Community Voice Vital For RMA Reforms - LGNZ
Tuesday, 25 March 2025, 4:27 pm | LGNZ
“It’s obvious that the current RMA system is neither delivering sufficient development nor adequately protecting our environment. As providers of over a quarter of this country’s infrastructure, councils strongly support reducing roadblocks to development ... More >>
Rate Capping Will Drive Up Interest Rates - LGNZ
Monday, 24 March 2025, 10:28 am | LGNZ
From the international analysis it is clear that a rates cap will have unintended consequences on communities; it will restrict the ability of councils to invest in infrastructure and risks their financial instability, and we need to avoid this. More >>
New Report Champions Voting Booths As Future Of Local Elections
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 8:35 am | LGNZ
LGNZ Electoral Reform Group Chair, Nelson Mayor Nick Smith, says the Group’s Issues Paper released in October last year identified the current voting methods as a key issue facing local body elections. More >>
Ōtorohanga District Council Scores Top Marks With Te Korowai
Tuesday, 4 March 2025, 12:34 pm | LGNZ
Te Korowai operates through three stages: beginning with an integrity survey to allow councils to independently evaluate their performance across six key areas. More >>
Stalking Legislation Could Tackle Elected Member Abuse - LGNZ
Monday, 3 March 2025, 12:08 pm | LGNZ
Evidence shows that women elected members are significantly more likely than their male colleagues to experience gendered abuse, sexualised comments, threats to their family, and threats of sexual violence. More >>
New Funding And Financing Tools Could Be A ‘game Changer’ - LGNZ
Friday, 28 February 2025, 1:37 pm | LGNZ
LGNZ President Sam Broughton says while rates will always be the primary source of income for councils, LGNZ has been advocating for more tools in the toolbox to reduce pressure on ratepayers. More >>
Transparency And Accountability Over A Rates Cap
Thursday, 27 February 2025, 8:40 am | LGNZ
Speaking at today’s All of Local Government meeting in Wellington, LGA South Australia highlighted its collaboration with State Government to independently monitor council financial performance, through the development of a Strategic Management Plan Advice ... More >>
Overhaul Of Public Works Act A Boost For Critical Infrastructure
Thursday, 27 February 2025, 6:31 am | LGNZ
Councils are empowered by the PWA to acquire land for infrastructure projects, and as stewards for over a quarter of the country’s infrastructure, are invested in ensuring the settings in this area are fit for purpose. More >>
