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Central Otago District Council scores top marks for community engagement – Te Ko
29 January 2026

Central Otago District Council (CODC) has been awarded a positive evaluation by LGNZ’s Te Korowai programme.
More frequent states of emergencies a concern for councils
12 January 2026

Data analysis from Infometrics has shown that storm and flooding-related emergencies are happening more frequently in New Zealand.
Rehette Stoltz named LGNZ President, Dan Gordon Vice President
23 December 2025

Gisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz has been appointed LGNZ President, with Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon elected as Vice President.

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