News - LGNZ

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.
LGNZ says first City Deal ‘step in the right direction’
11 April 2026

The City Deal signed with Auckland Council and the Government signals a strengthened local and central government partnership.
LGNZ appoints new CE
24 March 2026

LGNZ is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Necklen as its new Chief Executive.

Driving LGNZ’s advocacy priorities: join a reference group
15 April 2026

LGNZ is setting up a reference group for each of our advocacy priorities.
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.

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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