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Councils pull together in wake of disaster
Wednesday, 23 November 2016, 9:45 am | LGNZ
Councils around New Zealand are offering their support to the stricken Hurunui and Kaikoura districts in the wake of last week’s massive and devastating 7.8 earthquake and aftershocks. Immediate work to evacuate tourists and provide emergency shelter ... More >>
LGNZ supports call for reinvestment in the regions
Tuesday, 1 November 2016, 11:18 am | LGNZ
Local Government New Zealand supports Tourism Industry Aotearoa’s (TIA) call for the Government to release more GST collected from tourism growth to the regions. More >>
Research shows resource management system needs work
Friday, 30 September 2016, 2:04 pm | LGNZ
A new report into the performance of the resource management system further highlights the need for reform, and complements work Local Government New Zealand is presently progressing and work recently completed. More >>
New dog rules to support safer communities
Thursday, 22 September 2016, 1:46 pm | LGNZ
New dog control measures announced today will give those at the forefront of animal management better tools for dealing with high-risk dogs, Local Government New Zealand says. Associate Minister of Local Government Louise Upston today announced a new ... More >>
Kids voting involves next generation
Tuesday, 6 September 2016, 12:02 pm | LGNZ
It’s not just eligible adults who will be casting their votes in this year’s local elections. More >>
Communities given choice with Shop Trading Hours Bill
Friday, 26 August 2016, 11:53 am | LGNZ
Local Government New Zealand says letting local communities determine whether shops can open on Easter Sunday is a win for local decision-making. The Shop Trading Hours Amendment Bill passed its third reading in Parliament last night. The Bill enables ... More >>
Planning report supports LGNZ’s thinking
Friday, 19 August 2016, 3:03 pm | LGNZ
The Productivity Commission’s new report on urban planning contains many good suggestions for improving the ways New Zealand cities are planned, Local Government New Zealand says. Better urban planning, released today, is a review of New Zealand’s ... More >>
Fund launched to assist regions’ tourism facilities
Thursday, 18 August 2016, 11:56 am | LGNZ
Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) has welcomed the new Regional Mid-sized Tourism Facilities Grant Fund launched today as a good start to helping communities develop small scale infrastructure that will enhance visitor experience. Ministry of Business, ... More >>
Local government bill poses threat to local democracy
Friday, 29 July 2016, 11:42 am | LGNZ
Local Government New Zealand says current proposals to reform the Local Government Act have the potential to threaten local democracy and the ongoing sustainability of some councils if enacted. Submissions on the Local Government Act 2002 Amendment ... More >>
Designing a future-focused resource management system
Tuesday, 26 July 2016, 10:21 am | LGNZ
A proposed resource management system with an emphasis on early decision-making and placing greater value on natural eco-systems was launched at the Local Government New Zealand 2016 Conference today. More >>
Future proofing project launched at LGNZ conference
Monday, 25 July 2016, 11:10 am | LGNZ
How New Zealand faces up to dramatic changes over the next 30 years is the focus of a major programme of work launched by Local Government New Zealand at its 2016 Conference today. More >>
Community and health issues up for debate at AGM
Wednesday, 20 July 2016, 3:26 pm | LGNZ
The local government sector will vote on seven significant issues when it gathers for its annual AGM in Dunedin on July 24. There is a strong focus on community and health issues in this year’s remits, including police resourcing, housing standards ... More >>
Nominations open for local council elections
Tuesday, 12 July 2016, 11:37 am | LGNZ
If you see yourself as a potential leader and are passionate about your community then now’s your chance to give local politics a go and have a say in your community’s future. Nominations for candidates wishing to stand in this year’s local council ... More >>
Twenty one councils set to lead local government standards
Monday, 11 July 2016, 11:34 am | LGNZ
Strong support for the new local government standards system shows a desire within the sector to raise performance and deliver better outcomes for communities, Local Government New Zealand President Lawrence Yule says. More >>
Budget 2016 boost for regional economies
Friday, 27 May 2016, 10:46 am | LGNZ
LGNZ President, Lawrence Yule, acknowledged a much needed boost for communities in four key areas LGNZ has been advocating for: stronger regional economies, infrastructure, community and social housing, and biodiversity. More >>
LGNZ welcomes Tourism Infrastructure boost for the regions
Friday, 13 May 2016, 12:27 pm | LGNZ
LGNZ President, Lawrence Yule, today welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement of a new Regional Mid-sized Tourism Facilities Fund. The announcement of $12 million over four years funding line will assist local authorities facing infrastructure ... More >>
Continued support for Super Gold Scheme welcomed
Thursday, 7 April 2016, 3:12 pm | LGNZ
LGNZ has welcomed the Minister of Transport Hon Simon Bridges’ confirmation today that the entitlement and Government’s support for those eligible for the Super Gold Card will not change. The Chair of the LGNZ’s Regional Sector, Stephen Woodhead, ... More >>
Local government welcomes the Government’s latest initiative
Saturday, 20 February 2016, 2:49 pm | LGNZ
Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) has welcomed the release of the Government’s discussion paper as a useful addition to the important debate on freshwater management. LGNZ President Lawrence Yule said “We are pleased to see the paper promoting further ... More >>
Eight councils put forward to be among first
Wednesday, 14 October 2015, 11:09 am | LGNZ
Eight councils put forward to be among first to trial online voting in local authority elections More >>
LGNZ outlines best practice water infrastructure options
Thursday, 1 October 2015, 8:40 am | LGNZ
Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) has released its 3 Waters project position paper Improving New Zealand's water, wastewater and stormwater sector to the local government sector today and is seeking its feedback as part of a consultation process. More >>
