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Media releases
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New home GST sharing could help bring rates down
2 April 2025LGNZ wants the Government to move on GST sharing on new builds.
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Strong community voice vital for RMA reforms
25 March 2025LGNZ has cautiously welcomed the Government’s announcement on Resource Management Act (RMA) reform.
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Rate capping will drive up interest rates
24 March 2025LGNZ is warning that a rate cap on councils will increase debt costs and place an additional burden on communities.
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