Media releases

LGNZ is warning that a rate cap on councils will increase debt costs and place an additional burden on communities.

A report from LGNZ says that replacing postal voting with a voting booth system is vital for the future of local body elections.

A community employment programme is helping to buck New Zealand’s high youth unemployment rate.

Ōtorohanga District Council has been given top marks by LGNZ's Te Korowai programme.

LGNZ says the Government’s new legislation to prevent people from being stalked and harassed will make local government safer.

LGNZ is calling the new and improved funding and financing tools announced today a solid start.

LGNZ is renewing calls for a four-year term for local government.

LGNZ President Sam Broughton wants to beef up transparency measures for councils, to bring decision-making closer to communities.

LGNZ says that the Government’s announcement of an overhaul of the Public Works Act (PWA) is timely.

LGNZ is at Waitangi Commemorations to help break down barriers to people standing and voting in this year’s local elections.

LGNZ says that stronger partnerships with Māori will play a key role in our country’s economic success.

LGNZ says focus from the Government on building a strong partnership would help drive its ambitious economic growth agenda.

LGNZ says a Cabinet reshuffle is an opportunity for the Government to strengthen its relationship with local government.

LGNZ has joined calls for the Government to share funding collected through the International Visitor Levy (IVL) with councils.

Community Services cards could help identify people who need discounted council services – but the law is standing in the way.

LGNZ says that benchmarking and increased transparency should help communities better understand what they get for their rates.

LGNZ is concerned changes to waste and water levies will negatively impact ratepayers, when many are struggling financially.

36 of the country’s smallest and most remote councils have been working with MTFJ to find employment solutions for youth.