Councils have a significant role in delivering transport services and infrastructure and we know the need for investment is great. LGNZ welcomes the opportunity to give feedback on the Government Policy Statement on Land Transport 2023/24—2033/34, which outlines the strategic priorities for central government investment in our transport system.

The Emergency Management Bill would replace the current Civil Defence and Emergency Management Act 2002. It has received its first reading and submissions on it are open until 03 Nov 2023.

 LGNZ welcomes the opportunity to submit on ‘Strengthening the resilience of Aotearoa New Zealand’s critical infrastructure system’. Current trends, like climate change and deteriorating social cohesion, are increasing the vulnerability of our critical infrastructure.