National Land Transport Programme delivers for local government
Local Government New Zealand welcomes the release of the 2007/2008 National Land Transport Programme and its increased Crown contributions towards road maintenance and improvements, Transport spokesman Graeme Weld said today.
Reduction of pastic bags welcomed
Local Government New Zealand's President, Basil Morrison, has welcomed the decision by the Retailers Association, Foodstuffs (N.Z.) Ltd, and Progressive Enterprises to cut down plastic bag use in their stores.
Changes simplify process for council fundraising
Local Government New Zealand's President, Basil Morrison, has welcomed the decision by Commerce Minister Lianne Dalziel of the Government's intention to restore local government's exemption for local authorities to the current Securities Act disclosure regime.
