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Implementation now crucial task for Government
Tuesday, 7 April 2009, 3:10 pm | Local Government NZ
“We appreciate that the Government has addressed our concerns about maintaining a local voice in its decisions on Auckland. The next step is further clarification about the how local boards will work within their communities and their decision-making ... More >>
Government direction on broadband welcomed
Tuesday, 31 March 2009, 3:23 pm | Local Government NZ
“We are pleased the Government has recognised that ultra-fast broadband development cannot be left up to the commercial sector,” said Lawrence Yule, President of Local Government New Zealand. The Government is proposing to establish a Crown-owned company ... More >>
Report raises significant challenges for the Govt
Friday, 27 March 2009, 3:16 pm | Local Government NZ
“We share the concerns expressed by the Government about the loss of local democracy and community representation in Auckland,” President of Local Government New Zealand Lawrence Yule said on the release of the Report of the Royal Commission into Auckland ... More >>
Councils seek clarity on transport direction
Monday, 16 March 2009, 5:10 pm | Local Government NZ
“It’s been difficult for councils to plan within a changing transport policy environment,” Lawrence Yule, President of Local Government New Zealand said today after the release of the discussion document on the Government Policy Statement for ... More >>
Cleaner waterways achievable through partnership
Thursday, 12 March 2009, 12:18 pm | Local Government NZ
“Cleaning up New Zealand’s waterways from the impacts of dairy farming is achievable if all parties take an active role, have accurate monitoring and are committed to making the Dairying and Clean Streams Accord work,” said Local Government New Zealand ... More >>
Infrastructure boost the answer to economic growth
Wednesday, 11 February 2009, 12:37 pm | Local Government NZ
“The Government’s $500 million infrastructure boost is a positive start towards stimulating economic growth throughout New Zealand’s regions,” said Local Government New Zealand President Lawrence Yule following today’s announcement. More >>
Broadband solutions a priority for communities
Thursday, 5 February 2009, 1:50 pm | Local Government NZ
“Any broadband solution has to be a combination of private sector, the Government and local government initiatives,” President of Local Government New Zealand Lawrence Yule said today after the cancellation of the Broadband Investment Fund by the Government. More >>
Streamlining of resource management Welcomed
Tuesday, 3 February 2009, 3:54 pm | Local Government NZ
“We welcome changes to the Resource Management Act which reduce the process, costs and amount of time councils spend on resource management issues”, Local Government New Zealand President Lawrence Yule said today. More >>
Councils accountable to their communities
Thursday, 11 December 2008, 2:08 pm | Local Government NZ
“Councils are well aware of the need to be fiscally prudent and they are fully accountable to their communities for their spending decisions”, President of Local Government New Zealand Lawrence Yule said today, after comments by Dr Bollard, ... More >>
Rates not a major driver of inflation
Thursday, 4 December 2008, 5:16 pm | Local Government NZ
“I am concerned at the extent to which rates have been singled out as the cause of inflation, President of Local Government New Zealand Lawrence Yule said today, after comments made by Dr Bollard, Governor of the Reserve Bank. More >>
Support for local government’s role in recovery
Tuesday, 2 December 2008, 12:18 pm | Local Government NZ
The President of Local Government New Zealand Lawrence Yule welcomed support from the Local Government Centre of AUT University for local government’s role in helping to address the current economic crisis. More >>
Stick to the facts, says Local Government NZ
Friday, 28 November 2008, 12:31 pm | Local Government NZ
It’s time to get the facts about local government straight, President of Local Government New Zealand said today, after public discussion this week on the role of local government. More >>
Tribute to Graeme Weld
Monday, 17 November 2008, 4:34 pm | Local Government NZ
President of Local Government New Zealand Lawrence Yule paid tribute today to the Mayor of Western Bay of Plenty District, Graeme Weld, who passed away on Saturday 15 November. More >>
Local infrastructure key to economic planning
Monday, 3 November 2008, 4:05 pm | Local Government NZ
"We support any measures from the incoming Government to stimulate the economy via maintaining and increasing investments in infrastructure, Local Government New Zealand President Lawrence Yule said today. More >>
Recognising the spirit of partnership
Tuesday, 28 October 2008, 4:55 pm | Local Government NZ
In response to the National Party’s local government policy, released today, Local Government New Zealand reconfirmed its support for policies that promote working closely with local government, particularly on funding and infrastructure needs. More >>
Time to act on leaky homes for homeowners’ sake
Wednesday, 8 October 2008, 4:31 pm | Local Government NZ
“It’s time to do the right thing by New Zealand’s homeowners, says Local Government New Zealand Vice-President Kerry Prendergast. More >>
Councils not putting health at risk
Thursday, 2 October 2008, 3:28 pm | Local Government NZ
Councils would never knowingly use any product which could endanger human health, the President of Local Government New Zealand More >>
Council's role in waste minimisation hindered
Friday, 29 August 2008, 12:51 am | Local Government NZ
“Councils’ ability to successfully carry out their role in waste minimisation has been hindered following last minute changes to the Waste Minimisation Bill,” said Local Government New Zealand spokesperson Adrienne Staples. More >>
Partnership critical for transport outcomes
Wednesday, 6 August 2008, 3:46 pm | Local Government NZ
“We welcome the Government’s Policy Statement of Transport released yesterday and reiterate to Government that this plan will only succeed with effective partnerships with local government” said Local Government New Zealand President Lawrence Yule. More >>
Mayor Yule elected
Thursday, 31 July 2008, 9:21 am | Local Government NZ
Mayor Lawrence Yule has been elected to a three-year term as President of Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ), winning the post 151-83 over Wellington Mayor Kerry Prendergast. The post, which must be held by an elected official, is effective immediately. More >>
