Power to the people! Yeah!
But what does that mean? WHAT’S WRONG RIGHT NOW? Central government’s getting a free lunch It passes duties and responsibilities to local government. Then gives...
Tag : Lawrence Yule
Democracy & THAT BILL: What’s so hard about collaboration?
Councils argue they’re already working collaboratively. Yet central government has been pushing for more shared activities. Skirmishes have centred on provisions in the Local Government...
New standard for council performance
Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) has issued details of a new independent standards system that measures the performance of local authorities. The local government standards...
New thinking on freshwater management
Will collaborative processes help find the best ways to manage our country’s freshwater? Ruth Le Pla tests the waters. A new government report on freshwater management...
Elections 2016. Time for a sea change?
What kind of leaders does local government need? As the sector gears up for its triennial elections in October, Ruth Le Pla asks LGNZ president...
Matamata-Piako adopts 'We Are.' branding campaign
We Write. About branding. Matamata-Piako District Council is one of the first local bodies to take up LGNZ’s “We Are.” branding campaign which is now...
Ten ways to fund local government: LGNZ's plan
LGNZ has launched the Local Government Funding Review 10-point plan: incentivising economic growth and strong local communities. The document is designed to stimulate conversation and action...