Tag: local_government_act

New Zealand Government Introduces Further Amendments to Local Government Bill

15 Sep 2026 1:02 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

Local Government Minister Simon Watts says new amendments will strengthen councils' focus on core services, clarify voting rights and help recover infrastructure costs from Fast-track developments.

Politics and Government General Politics State Governments Legal Social Issues Local Government (System Improvements) Amendment Bill Simon Watts Local Government Act New Zealand Government Auckland Council Houkura Fast-track developments
Government Moves to End Voting Rights for Non-Elected Council Committee Members

8 Jun 2026 12:00 p.m. · Source: Wellington News

The New Zealand Government plans to amend the Local Government Act, removing voting rights for non-elected committee members, including Māori representatives, on councils like Wellington City Council, sparking debate over local governance and partnership.

Politics and Government General Politics Federal Government Social Issues Election Local Government Act Wellington City Council Māori Representation Voting Rights Iwi Political Reform New Zealand Politics