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Local democracy's vision and voice.

Delivering the local voice at a national level.

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We stand for local democracy.

We advocate for and support the work of councils and community boards and local boards across the many and mighty rohe around the motu. Check out the ways we help.

Advocacy

We’re the voice of local government and the champions of local democracy. We advocate for councils through policy, advocacy and media outreach.

Learning & development

When change is constant, learning and development is key. We offer a wide range of professional development to respond to your ongoing needs.

Networking & events

Our events provide amazing opportunities to connect, learn and share with your colleagues around the motu.

Council performance

Good government needs good governance and performance. Our consultancy services help build efficiency and strong leadership and our CouncilMARK program supports continuous improvement.

Diversity & inclusion

A strong democracy is an inclusive one. We work to ensure that our members have their voices heard and that there’s diverse representation and participation in local government.

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Project Updates

20 November 2023

Submission on NPS Natural Hazard Decision Making

Submissions

Taituarā and LGNZ strongly support a standardised national framework for natural hazards – and climate change – decision making.

31 October 2023

Submission on the Inquiry into community-led retreat

Submissions

 We’ve finalised our submission on the inquiry into community-led retreat and adaptation funding. Thanks to all of those who provided feedback – especially members of the RM Reform Local Government Steering Group and the Aotearoa Climate Adaptation Network.

30 October 2023

Submission on the Emergency Management Bill

Submissions

LGNZ welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Emergency Management Bill. Communities turn to their councils when disaster hits and the Government expects councils to be responsive to their community’s needs.

Upcoming Events

Project Updates

20 November 2023

Submission on NPS Natural Hazard Decision Making

Submissions

Taituarā and LGNZ strongly support a standardised national framework for natural hazards – and climate change – decision making.

31 October 2023

Submission on the Inquiry into community-led retreat

Submissions

 We’ve finalised our submission on the inquiry into community-led retreat and adaptation funding. Thanks to all of those who provided feedback – especially members of the RM Reform Local Government Steering Group and the Aotearoa Climate Adaptation Network.

30 October 2023

Submission on the Emergency Management Bill

Submissions

LGNZ welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Emergency Management Bill. Communities turn to their councils when disaster hits and the Government expects councils to be responsive to their community’s needs.

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