29 April 2020
New CouncilMARK™ report highlights council’s commitment to transparency
A new CouncilMARK™ report released today takes a deep dive into Whanganui District Council’s operations, finding an organisation with a clear strategy and sound service...
23 April 2020
Empower Remuneration Authority to set fair pay levels
LGNZ says the Remuneration Authority should be left to set fair pay levels for local government elected members, and given the appropriate tools to do...
25 March 2020
Strong local response to COVID-19 displays community spirit
LGNZ President Dave Cull is praising the swift reaction of local communities and councils to the COVID-19 epidemic, citing rapid, high-trust decision-making from elected members...
20 March 2020
Focused spending needed to combat economic impacts of COVID-19
LGNZ President Dave Cull says that in light of the COVID-19 crisis, councils around New Zealand are reprioritising spending and minimising rates increases, but that...