Media releases

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.

With New Zealand in an electricity supply crisis, councils are taking up the challenge to start looking at locally led solutions.

LGNZ is exploring alternatives to rates capping as a way of managing rates bills across the country.

LGNZ has released a set of 25 funding and financing tools to help councils and alleviate pressure on ratepayers.

LGNZ is praising the announcement of increased borrowing capacity for high-growth councils.

LGNZ wants the local democracy reporting programme to be expanded to all communities.

LGNZ welcomes the Government’s proposed building reforms, which will see professionals able to self-certify their own work.

LGNZ wants the public and councils to weigh in on tackling low voter turnout at local elections.

Enticing more high-performing young leaders into local government will be top of mind at LGNZ’s Young Elected Members' Hui.

LGNZ says the moves to overhaul New Zealand’s emergency management system are timely and much needed.