Media releases

LGNZ is calling on the Government to share funding collected through the International Visitor Levy (IVL) with councils.

A total revamp of the building consent system is a critical step towards addressing New Zealand’s housing woes, LGNZ says.

Local Government New Zealand acknowledges Te Arikinui Kuiini Ngā Wai hono i te Pō in her succession to the throne.

Outstanding local government people and projects took out the top spots at LGNZ’s annual SuperLocal Awards.

LGNZ’s 2024 Community Boards Dinner and Awards showcased community board excellence.

LGNZ President Sam Broughton has welcomed public support for a local government four-year term.

People see councils as more effective if they practise greater localism, a poll released by LGNZ today has found.

LGNZ has welcomed the Government’s framework for regional deals.

Councils want stronger laws to allow them to take action on unoccupied buildings plaguing many cities and towns in New Zealand.

A new LGNZ poll shows the need for more tools to reduce the burden on rates.

LGNZ has welcomed the Government’s announcement on time of use charging.

LGNZ has welcomed the certainty provided in the Government’s announcement on Local Water Done Well today.

The Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ) Community Employment Programme has now supported 6,400 young people into employment.

LGNZ is calling for an end to the stream of unfunded rules and responsibilities.

LGNZ welcomes the Government’s commitment to housing growth but the lack of support to make it happen is a major concern.

LGNZ is welcoming a boost in funding for local roads and public transport today.

LGNZ has established a new group focused on local electoral system reforms.

Councils will see some relief from the huge infrastructure challenge they’re facing right now in the Government’s Budget.