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Federated Farmers Urges Councils to Lead Local Government Reform

6 May 2026 3:35 a.m. · Source: Federated Farmers

Federated Farmers welcomes a three-month government window for councils to propose structural reforms, advocating for a unitary council model to reduce costs and improve representation for New Zealand's provincial and metropolitan communities.

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Federated Farmers Demand Rates Overhaul to Alleviate Rural Burden

17 Jun 2025 9:28 a.m. · Source: Federated Farmers

Federated Farmers is advocating for an overhaul of council funding and spending, calling for fair rates for rural ratepayers, and urging voters to back candidates committed to capping rate increases at inflation.

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