Media releases

LGNZ is backing IAG’s pragmatic and sensible solutions to help reduce flood risk in the country.

LGNZ is revealing some tips and tricks for voters to get to know candidates ahead of the elections.

More than 140 candidates have put themselves forward for Māori ward and constituency seats across 34 councils.

LGNZ welcomes the Government’s move to allow councils to own bus services.

Concern that some roles won’t be filled, or key roles will go uncontested at this year's local body elections.

New Plymouth District Council has a clear plan to accomplish its vision of a ‘sustainable lifestyle capital’.

The NAP supports the central role of regional/unitary councils in preparing communities to adapt to climate change.

Taupō District Council has been awarded an A grade in its latest report, improving on the Council’s BBB in 2018.

Relocating communities is not a silver bullet for the challenges of climate change and councils know that, says LGNZ President.

LGNZ’s Annual General Meeting accepted annual report and financial statements, and passed all six remits submitted by members.

The majority of councils around the country want vaping products to only be sold at specialist R18 retailers.

LGNZ calls for a phased transition to Three Waters reform in its select committee submission on the Water Services Entities Bill.

The 2023 Local Government New Zealand Conference will be held in Ōtautahi Christchurch from 26-28 July next year.

Staffing constraints could hinder the proposed direction set out in the National Policy Statement for Indigenous Biodiversity.

Porirua City Council has won the top honour at the LGNZ EXCELLENCE Awards.

LGNZ's putting in place a much-needed support system for Māori elected members who are elected in this year’s local body election.

LGNZ's annual conference gets underway in Palmerston North on Wednesday, attracting a record delegation.

A survey of elected members has found that nearly half of respondents have experienced discrimination.