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LGNZ provides infuence, support and connection to local government.

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LGNZ has hailed today’s decision by NZTA that it won’t proceed with controversial changes to emergency works funding. lgnz.co.nz/news/media-releas…

LGNZ hails rethink on emergency works funding

LGNZ hails rethink on emergency works funding

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After nearly five years in the role, LGNZ Chief Executive Susan Freeman-Greene has announced that she will be stepping down at the end of August 2025. lgnz.co.nz/news/media-releas…

Susan Freeman-Greene to step down as LGNZ CE

Susan Freeman-Greene to step down as LGNZ CE

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LGNZ Chief Executive Susan Freeman-Greene spoke to One News yesterday about councillors who have faced online abuse as a result of their roles in local government. 1news.co.nz/2025/04/08/it-br…

'It broke me': Female councillors on 'horrifying' online abuse

Twenty local body politicians from around the country told Breakfast they had been the target of online harassment and threats.

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LGNZ wants the Government to move on GST sharing on new builds, saying it will ensure growth pays for growth and support lowering rates increases. lgnz.co.nz/news/media-releas…

New home GST sharing could help bring rates down

New home GST sharing could help bring rates down

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LGNZ has cautiously welcomed the Government’s announcement on Resource Management Act (RMA) reform, saying local communities will need strong input for these changes to succeed. Read more in our media release: lgnz.co.nz/news/media-releas…

Strong community voice vital for RMA reforms

Strong community voice vital for RMA reforms

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LGNZ is warning that a rate cap on councils will increase debt costs and place an additional burden on communities. lgnz.co.nz/news/media-releas…

Rate capping will drive up interest rates

Rate capping will drive up interest rates

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With NZME planning to close 14 community newspapers, LGNZ's urging the expansion of the Local Democracy Reporting (LDR) scheme to cover more areas. rnz.co.nz/news/national/5338…

Call for Local Democracy Reporting scheme to be expanded as NZME proposes to shutter community...

NZME's plan to close 14 papers could impact local election turnout, and another news source needs to fill the void, councils say.

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Mayor Rehette Stoltz, member of the Electoral Reform Group joined Mike Hosking on Breakfast to discuss the review of local body elections, which is being conducted in response to low voter turnout. newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/mike…

LGNZ to review local body elections over low turnout

A long-awaited rethink of local body elections is underway, as Local Government New Zealand seeks feedback on how to tackle poor voter turnout. Little ove

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Mayor Nick Smith, Chair of the Electoral Reform Group, spoke with Q&A about the voting challenges affecting local government. Voter turnout in council elections has been dropping for years, so LGNZ is starting a conversation about how to turn that around. youtube.com/watch?v=7m863RTR…

Why people don't vote for their councils | Q A 2024

Nelson Mayor Nick Smith is leading Local Government New Zealand's p...

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Our Young Elected Member (YEM) Hui is underway in Christchurch, focusing on attracting and keeping talented young leaders in local government. With 80 members under 40 across New Zealand, YEM is growing fast, but younger voices are still underrepresented.
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Mayors’ Taskforce for Jobs. What’s it all about? We asked Tammie Metcalfe, MTFJ Programme Advisor to break it down for us in under 60 seconds. Ready, set, go!
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We support the Government’s response to the recent inquiry into the severe weather events that hit the North Island in 2023. The report found that our current emergency management system isn’t equipped to deal with these large-scale and widespread events. ow.ly/ATYq50TIjfw
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Councils are on the front lines when severe weather strikes, helping to keep people safe and start the recovery process. The Taranaki Mayoral Forum has launched the Taranaki Regional Disaster Relief Fund to assist Dunedin in its recovery. nzherald.co.nz/stratford-pre…

Taranaki Mayoral Forum launches fund to aid Dunedin flood recovery

All funds raised would be distributed to the Dunedin Mayoral Relief Fund.

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LGNZ is calling on the Government to share the increased International Visitor Levy with councils to help cover tourism-related costs. newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/mike…

Tourist levy gets a boost, local councils angle for a cut

The International Visitor Levy has been bumped from $35 to $100 as of today, and local councils are seeking a cut of the increase.

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We’re thrilled that the MTFJ team has teamed up with Gumboot Friday. Founded by mental health advocate Mike King, Gumboot Friday offers free counselling for anyone in New Zealand aged 25 and under.
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It is with great sadness that LGNZ acknowledges the passing of Former Westland mayor Bruce Smith. thepress.co.nz/nz-news/35042…

Former Westland mayor dies after ‘long battle’ with prostate cancer

Bruce Smith, 72, died surrounded by his family who are “so proud” of him “for everything he has done for his community”.

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Last week, CE Susan Freeman-Greene and President Sam Broughton met with the Prime Minister and Local Government Minister. Talks took a practical approach to tackle the challenges facing local government.
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