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Implementing the new and amended RMA national direction
Join Simpson Grierson to review the 10 new and amended RMA national direction instruments effective 15 Jan, with a focus on key implementation matters.

Your Long-Term Plan Starter Kit 2026
An introduction to the fundamentals of long-term planning for local government professionals new to the process.

Rate-capping and the future of council funding
Government rate-capping decisions are out. Learn how the cap will work, what’s in and out, and what it means for councils’ planning and future decisions.

Next-Gen Infrastructure: Partnering for Smarter Cost-Effective Solutions
Local government is under pressure, but partnering doesn’t have to mean full-blown PPPs. Explore lighter, smarter models for infrastructure delivery through expert insights, case studies, and practical tools to help

AI in local government: risk, regulations, and real-world use
Lead your AI journey with confidence, gain a practical overview of the legal, ethical, and regulatory aspects of AI.

Natural Environment and Planning Bills
The Natural Environment and the Planning Bills – set to replace the Resource Management Act are due to be introduced in late November. Join us with Simpson Grierson to help

Member Webinar Series — Wired to Lead: Turning Bipolar into Leadership Power
Local government leader Emma Sherie shares her experience of using her bipolar II as a strategic leadership advantage, challenging mental health stigma, and encouraging others to lead openly.

Charging for water under the new act
Navigate the new water charging rules with confidence — your essential update on how the Local Government (Water Services) Act 2024 will shape pricing and funding.

Building and Construction (Small Stand-alone Dwellings) Amendment Bill
The Small Stand-alone Dwellings Amendment Bill allows homes up to 70m² to be built without consent. Join Simpson Grierson and Taituarā’s Regulations & Bylaws Group to explore the legislation, its

Water services strategies: first steps and practical advice
Preparing your water services strategy? Unpack the purpose, process, and key steps to help you get on the right track.

Protecting wai – holistic approaches to water governance
Discover how councils across Aotearoa are leading the way in holistic water governance—honouring wai as a living taonga through indigenous knowledge, nature-based design, and resilient community strategies.

BERL 2025: New adjustors, but what about the economy?
A practical webinar unpacking the newly updated BERL adjustors and Local Government Cost Index — and the economic trends driving the changes.

Emergency Management Changes
Join Simpson Grierson for an overview of key proposed changes to the Civil Defence and Emergency Management system, with a focus on impacts for local authority leadership and practical implementation.

Member Webinar Series — Build positive wellbeing & create your personal toolkit
Dealing with life's constant pressures and challenges can quickly drain your emotional reserves. Workplace wellbeing expert, Tim Mehrtens, from My Everyday Wellbeing, joins us to provide you with practical strategies

Innovation in Action: Selwyn Water’s Journey to a Future-Ready CCO
Innovation in Action: Selwyn Water’s Journey to a Future-Ready CCO. Learn about Selwyn District Council's powerful precedent for water innovation and management in this Datascape webinar.
