
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.

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.

Under pressure – teams deliver at the Taituarā Management Challenge
13 teams from across the motu came together for the Taituarā Management Challenge, showcasing teamwork, resilience and growth in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Stronger together: collaboration category reaches new high
Record entries for this year’s Morrison Low Advisory Award for Excellence in Collaborating for Results.

Council chief executives come together to navigate reform
Council chief executives gathered for the Navigating Reform CE Forum, hosted by Taituarā at PwC House in the capital.

Taituarā submission on proposed development levies system
The submission welcomes the Government’s proposed development levies system while recommending a number of changes to ensure the model is workable for all councils and aligned with wider reform.

Taituarā submission on proposed rates target model
Taituarā has outlined its concerns with the proposed rates target model, calling for a more flexible, transparent approach that reflects councils’ real costs.

Fundamental shift coming for Resource Management with Bills introduced
The Government has introduced the Planning Bill and the Natural Environment Bill to replace the RMA signalling the beginning of a major transformation.

Update from the CE
Government proposals to simplify local government signal major change ahead. We’re tracking impacts, making submissions, and supporting members through this transition.

Going for growth – delivering outcomes for people and places
Local government is under immense pressure with financial, structural, and political challenges.
