Media releases

LGNZ says the move away from a rates cap to a ‘rates band’ promises greater flexibility but the band will restrict investment.

LGNZ has described today’s proposals as a dramatic shift that would affect all parts of local government.

LGNZ says the passing of the Crimes Legislation (Stalking and Harassment) Amendment Bill is a timely move by the Government.

Setting priorities and preparing to engage on upcoming reforms has been a focus for regional and unitary councils.

A month into the new term, the country’s elected members on councils are primed to deliver real results for their communities.

LGNZ says the final voter turnout for local elections has increased, after a large number of votes were cast on election day.

LGNZ is welcoming the Government’s new National Adaptation Framework.

LGNZ says voting numbers are "significantly up” from the last election but is urging against complacency.

LGNZ has welcomed the Government’s proposed revamp of the earthquake-prone building system.

LGNZ’s National Council has today elected Gisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz as its new Vice President.

LGNZ says errors in the treatment of Māori ward candidates, strengthens a call for local elections to be run by a single provider.

There are calls for changes to how future elections are administered, following an error with council voting packs.

LGNZ says analysis of household taxes versus rates highlights the challenges councils face in funding services and infrastructure.

LGNZ) says that the Government’s decision to throw a funding lifeline to small passenger airlines is a great outcome.

LGNZ says the re-launch of Policy.nz is designed to address falling voting numbers at local elections.

Central Hawkes Bay District Council has been awarded positive marks by LGNZ’s Te Korowai continuous improvement programme.

LGNZ says changes to the building consent system will help speed up building consenting on new homes.

LGNZ says new Govt emergency reforms could force councils to increase rates to cover costs.