Leading through constant change: five observations for local government
Chris Baldock from PwC shares his observations on what working in a state of constant change means for local government.
Celebrating more than 1,000 years of service to local government
More than 1,000 years of local government service! We celebrated Taituarā members marking milestones from 20 to an incredible 55 years.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Introducing our Pou Ārahi: Alecia “Leish” Thompson
Taituarā is excited to welcome Leish into the newly created position of Pou Ārahi. She will play a key role in supporting the organisation’s Te Tiriti journey.
