November 2026 – Applications Open
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The Taituarā Overseas Manager Exchange offers local government managers a chance to develop their leadership and careers through a short international exchange.
Global exchanges, local impact
The Taituarā Overseas Manager Exchange Programme is designed to provide local government managers with an opportunity to focus on their management development and career in local government through a short exchange with a partner manager in another country.
Many Taituarā members have benefited from the professional, personal and cultural experience that our Overseas Manager Exchange offers. Previous recipients have gone back to their local authorities inspired and armed with a better perspective and increased knowledge of local government.
Each exchange involves:
- Hosting your Exchange Partner at your council.
- Attending Te Hui Taituarā (the Taituarā Annual Conference) and Leaders Forum with your Exchange Partner.
- Visiting your Exchange Partner’s council and attending their conference.
- Working together virtually and planning both visits around your respective learning objectives.
Nominations for 2027 opportunities will open soon.
Why take part?
The Taituarā Overseas Manager Exchange offers local government managers a chance to develop their leadership and careers through a short international exchange.
Professional growth
Gain fresh insights, skills, and perspectives on local government management by learning from peers in another country.
Cultural & personal enrichment
Experience a unique cultural exchange that broadens horizons, builds confidence, and strengthens global connections.
Career impact
Return to your council inspired and equipped with new knowledge and approaches that can positively influence your leadership and organisation.
2027 Exchange opportunities
- The Civic Financial Services Exchange to the United States – including attending the ICMA Annual Conference, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – 25-29 September 2027
- The AskYourTeam Exchange to New South Wales, Australia – including attending the LG Professionals NSW Conference, Sydney – 4-5 August 2027
- The AskYourTeam Exchange to Queensland, Australia – including attending the LGMA QLD Conference, Port Douglas – 7-9 September 2027
- The AskYourTeam Exchange to Victoria, Australia – including attending the LG Pro Victoria Conference, Victoria – May 2028
- Hononga Indigenous Overseas Manager Exchange to Victoria, Australia – including attending the LG Pro Victoria Conference, Victoria – May 2028
- The Exchange to British Columbia, Canada – including attending the LGMA British Columbia Conference, Vancouver, British Columbia – 13-15 June 2028
Past recipients
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Past recipient
My exchange to British Columbia deepened my understanding of community-led development, seeing firsthand how local governments can empower communities through inclusive, ground-up approaches that create lasting impact.
Morag Taimalietane, Principal Advisor Customer and Community, Kāpiti Coast District Council
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