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Media releases
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Budget 2026 an opportunity for the Government to provide relief for ratepayers
12 May 2026
LGNZ is calling on the Government to remove the financial disincentives for councils to consent more housing. -
Simplifying local government decision “step forward” on earlier proposal - LGNZ
5 May 2026
LGNZ says the Government’s announcement of a process for councils who are ready to reorganise is a step forward. -
Urgent action needed to improve resilience in wake of storms - LGNZ
22 April 2026
With New Zealand again battered by rain and wind this week, we need to put plans for adaptation into action, LGNZ urges.
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