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News
Media releases
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LGNZ suggests pragmatic way forward for Local Government reorganisation
25 February 2026
The proposed boards overseeing Local Government reorganisation need a single focus so that reform can be delivered quickly. -
Proposed rates cap regulator could play a key role in infrastructure investment
17 February 2026
The Government’s proposed rates cap regulator could play a key role in ensuring council infrastructure is fit for the future. -
Rates caps could undermine effort to strengthen emergency management
8 February 2026
Proposed rates capping could undermine efforts to strengthen emergency management, LGNZ has warned. -
Central Otago District Council scores top marks for community engagement
29 January 2026
Central Otago District Council (CODC) has been awarded a positive evaluation by LGNZ’s Te Korowai programme.
News and insights
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Candidate bios and voter traffic: Policy.nz by the numbers
11 December 2025
Earlier this year LGNZ supported Policy.nz to provide a candidate information platform. -
LGNZ’s advocacy media stories in 2025
10 December 2025
A number of LGNZ's advocacy priorities, as set by national council, have been reflected in media coverage this year. -
Local champions acknowledged in 2025 King’s Birthday Honours
12 June 2025
Thirteen local government leaders have been acknowledged for their service in this year’s King's Birthday Honours List. -
Analysing Budget 2025: What’s in it for local government?
22 May 2025
Below we list key aspects of the Budget that will be of most interest to local government.
Publications
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BERL report reveals local government’s economic contribution
24 July 2025
LGNZ commissioned economic consultants BERL to find local government’s contribution to the overall economy. -
Candidates' Guide
14 April 2025
Standing for public office – and being elected to represent the interests of your community – is a special honour. -
Autonomy and authority: considering the case for structural change
23 August 2024
MartinJenkins' latest thinkpiece considers the case for structural change for local government. -
Government cost on councils impacting rates
31 July 2024
LGNZ is calling for an end to the stream of unfunded rules and responsibilities.
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