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.
Tactically Tasman brings home more than the bronze
The Tasman District Council has done Aotearoa and Taituarā proud, finishing equal third at the 2026 Australasian Management Challenge Final in Hobart.
Regional Spatial Planning: what we heard across the motu
From governance and funding to partnership with iwi and Māori, we explore the common challenges and different approaches emerging across Aotearoa’s regions.
AI through a risk lens
PwC New Zealand examines how councils can realise the benefits of AI while putting the governance, safeguards and oversight in place to manage risk.
Taituarā remembers To’osavili Nigel Bickle
Taituarā is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Heretaunga Hastings District Council Chief Executive To’osavili Nigel Bickle.
Taituarā responds to proposed reporting regulations
Taituarā supports more consistent council reporting but recommends practical improvements to ensure the proposed regulations are clear, workable and fit for purpose.
Updated Dog Control and Enforcement Guidelines published
New Dog Control and Enforcement Guidelines have been published, with Taituarā helping ensure the guidance reflects council practice and aligns with the Council Toolkit.
Water regulation is coming – readiness needs to start now
Lynne Taylor from PwC explains why early readiness on governance, data and systems will help councils and water organisations meet new regulatory expectations with confidence.
Regional Spatial Planning Roadshow connecting councils across Aotearoa
Six regions down and five to go, the Regional Spatial Planning Roadshow is already revealing valuable insights into how councils are preparing for reform.
Taituarā member profile: Sophia Sykes
What began as a practical career move has become something more meaningful for Sophia – “I get to contribute to community good and do meaningful work with absolute legends.”
Local government excellence recognised across Aotearoa
Waikato Regional Council has taken out the LGFA Taituarā Supreme Award, at the 2026 LGFA Taituarā Local Government Excellence Awards.
Refreshed Council Toolkit now live
The refreshed Taituarā Council Toolkit is now live, with improved search, easier navigation, and new resources for local government.
