SuperLocal: Reset. Refocus. Reimagine.

14-15 October, Rotorua

Councils have submitted their Head Start proposals to central government.

View them below.

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Government announcement has put Head Start in limbo
24 September 2026

LGNZ says councils need greater certainty about next steps in the Head Start process than what the Government announced today.
Cost of planning reform needs to be addressed
23 September 2026

LGNZ acknowledges the significant milestone with the passing of the Natural Environment and Planning Acts.
The Government adopts LGNZ’s key recommendation on Fast-track housing
15 September 2026

LGNZ has welcomed the Government's adoption of recommendations to strengthen development contribution rules for Fast-track housing

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