Tag: amalgamation
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Napier Council Seeks Public Input on Hawke's Bay Amalgamation Options
Napier residents are invited to share their views on Hawke's Bay local government amalgamation, choosing between one or two councils, or letting central government decide. A survey and public meeting are available for input.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial Issues Napier City CouncilHawke's BayLocal GovernmentAmalgamationPublic ConsultationRichard McGrath
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Wellington Councils Document Risks But Fail to Prevent Them, Amalgamation Unlikely to Solve Core Issue
A new analysis reveals Wellington's four regional councils consistently identify critical infrastructure risks but struggle with prevention, raising questions about whether amalgamation would truly address this structural disconnect.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironmentSocial Issues WellingtonLocal GovernmentRisk ManagementInfrastructureWater InfrastructureAmalgamationPolitics
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Analysis Questions Amalgamation's Impact on Deteriorating Council Services
Delta Charlie's analysis reveals a consistent decline in service performance across Wellington, Porirua, Hutt City, and Upper Hutt councils. The report suggests amalgamation won't fix deep-seated issues, warning it could amplify problems rather than solve them.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironmentSocial Issues Wellington RegionLocal GovernmentService PerformanceAmalgamationInfrastructureKPIsDelta Charlie
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Wellington Mayor Calls for Urgent Regional Amalgamation Talks Amid Government Deadline
Wellington Mayor Andrew Little urges regional dialogue on local government amalgamation by an August 9 deadline. He supports merging metro councils, emphasizing public input, local voice protection, and evidence-based decisions to shape the region's future.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentSocial IssuesLegal Andrew LittleWellingtonLocal Government ReformAmalgamationRegional GovernancePolitics