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Local Government Reforms
Navigating Resource Management Reform
An update on the RM reforms and the work going on at Taituarā to support councils through the transition.
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Thu 17 Sep 2026
Te Hoe Wairua: navigating the way forward together
Ahead of Te Hui Taituarā 2026, a special moment marked the reawakening of the mauri, Te Hoe Wairua, and the transfer of its kaitiakitanga to Te Ātiawa.
Thu 17 Sep 2026
We can’t do it alone: reflections from Te Hui Taituarā 2026
More than 250 local government professionals, plenty of change and one clear message: keep connecting, keep collaborating and take responsibility for what comes next.
Thu 27 Aug 2026
Taituarā member profile: Kataraina O’Brien
Kataraina’s 30-year local government career has been shaped by curiosity, connection and embracing change – and is now taking her all the way to Canada.
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