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.
Gaining understanding in Samoa to find the right solution
Cynthia Wilson visits Samoa with PacificTA programme to provide feedback and advice around infrastructure asset management.
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.
Coaching for local government leaders
Jenny McDonald explores why coaching is playing an increasingly important role in supporting local government leaders to navigate complexity, conflict and change.
Collaboration in action: a new model for building consent processing
Contributed by the Co-Lab team, this piece explores how councils across Waikato and Bay of Plenty are improving building consent services through a shared model that boosts efficiency, consistency, and resilience.
Taituarā submission on the Inquiry into the 2025 Local Elections
The submission identifies opportunities to strengthen participation, accessibility, and trust in local electoral processes.
