Understanding the ‘Mauke way’
PacificTA advisors Charmian Stone and Eva Cucvarova return to Mauke, delivering AssetFinda training, building local skills, and strengthening community partnerships.
Taituarā submission on the Hospitality Sector Review
A call for clearer guidance, streamlined processes, and consistent enforcement to strengthen New Zealand’s hospitality sector.
ICMA 2025: Bringing back global perspectives to Aotearoa
We hear from four Taituarā representatives on their biggest takeaways from the supersized local government conference in Florida.
Tonga’s Tapuhia Landfill Transformation
Making strides in sustainable waste management in Tonga through a collaboration between Waste Authority Ltd, Enviro NZ, and PacificTA.
Strengthening Building Compliance in Vanuatu
Ryan Cameron from Wellington City Council reports back on his PacificTA visit to Port Vila.
Navigating Resource Management Reform
An update on the RM reforms and the work going on at Taituarā to support councils through the transition.
Growing Together: Community-Led Development Lessons from Canada
Morag Taimalietane reports back on her Overseas Manager Exchange to British Columbia in June 2025.
Recognizing our distinguished members in 2025
Celebrating our members who have contributed their time, energy and passion to the sector and Taituarā.
Te Hui Taituarā 2025 – unleashes impact in Ōtautahi Christchurch
Te Hui Taituarā brought together local government leaders for kōrero, inspiration, and connection.
Going for growth – delivering outcomes for people and places
Local government is under immense pressure with financial, structural, and political challenges.
Economic regulation for water services begins with an information disclosure regime
Economic regulation of water coming soon for local government under Commerce Commission oversight.
Predator Free Wellington named as 2025 Supreme Award winner
Wellington City Council’s groundbreaking initiative, has claimed the Taituarā Supreme Award.
