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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.

Upcoming Events

SuperLocal

26-28

Jul

Join local government’s leaders, movers and shakers for a jam-packed programme celebrating louder local leadership. This conference packs a punch: you’ll hear compelling international and national keynote speakers, engage with expert panels, and make your voice heard in thought-provoking workshops.

Project Updates

28 April 2023

Land Transport Management (Regulation of Public Transport) Amendment Bill

Submissions

Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Land Transport Management Amendment Bill. We support the replacement of the Public Transport Operating Model (PTOM) with the Sustainable Public Transport Framework (SPTF).

6 April 2023

Joint Forestry Project – Submission on Land Use Inquiry

Submissions

Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Ministerial Inquiry into land uses associated with the mobilisation of woody debris (including forestry slash) and sediment in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne and Wairoa Districts.  LGNZ and the Joint Forestry Project support this Inquiry.

29 March 2023

LGNZ's Submission on the Severe Weather Emergency Recovery Legislation Bill

Submissions

Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Severe Weather Emergency Recovery Legislation Bill. Communities turn to their councils when disaster hits, and councils step up to significant leadership roles for their regions and communities, during both response and recovery.

Upcoming Events

SuperLocal

26-28

Jul

Join local government’s leaders, movers and shakers for a jam-packed programme celebrating louder local leadership. This conference packs a punch: you’ll hear compelling international and national keynote speakers, engage with expert panels, and make your voice heard in thought-provoking workshops.

Project Updates

28 April 2023

Land Transport Management (Regulation of Public Transport) Amendment Bill

Submissions

Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Land Transport Management Amendment Bill. We support the replacement of the Public Transport Operating Model (PTOM) with the Sustainable Public Transport Framework (SPTF).

6 April 2023

Joint Forestry Project – Submission on Land Use Inquiry

Submissions

Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Ministerial Inquiry into land uses associated with the mobilisation of woody debris (including forestry slash) and sediment in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne and Wairoa Districts.  LGNZ and the Joint Forestry Project support this Inquiry.

29 March 2023

LGNZ's Submission on the Severe Weather Emergency Recovery Legislation Bill

Submissions

Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Severe Weather Emergency Recovery Legislation Bill. Communities turn to their councils when disaster hits, and councils step up to significant leadership roles for their regions and communities, during both response and recovery.

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