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[ad_1] Proud of Canterbury? Have your say on a Government proposal Regional governance is the capability to plan, fund, and deliver decisions and services that work at the scale of the region, across council boundaries, with clear accountability for results. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] During a workshop with councillors today, staff emphasised that while they support a prudent approach to managing rates, the cap as currently designed is “unrealistic and unworkable”. They cautioned that the model could force cuts to essential services, drive up fees and charges, delay critical infrastructure renewal, and increase reliance on debt – ultimately…
[ad_1] “Canterbury needs a more integrated and efficient system capable of delivering long-term environmental, economic, and community outcomes. We believe it is the right time to be having this conversation and Christchurch is fully committed to engaging in it,” said Mayor Phil Mauger. However, the Council has concerns about the proposed transitional Combined Territories Board…
[ad_1] Canterbury Regional Council Chair responds to government proposals to reform regional councils At 5pm today, the Government released detailed proposals to fundamentally reshape regional government across New Zealand, including replacing elected regional councillors with interim governing bodies. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Welcoming major Government investment in Canterbury’s flood resilience We have welcomed a significant $21.5M co-funding investment from the Government to accelerate Waitaha Canterbury’s flood resilience efforts. The announcement, made by Minister Shane Jones today, will see nine priority projects identified in our 30-year infrastructure programme accelerated, with new co-funding drawn from the second tranche…
[ad_1] Local government futures and public transport strategy: August council meeting highlights At their latest meeting, Council heard from the public on river and harbour health, native bird restoration, and a proposed solar plant in North Canterbury. Key decisions included $2.8m for wilding conifer control, adoption of the Public Transport Asset Control Strategy, and keeping…
[ad_1] The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) Board today endorsed the Council’s business case for a new Pages Road bridge and upgrade to surrounding streets. The funding will come from the National Land Transport Fund (NLTF). Mayor Phil Mauger says this is great news after years of waiting by Christchurch residents. “The Pages Road…
[ad_1] Our Waitarakao wins big at local government awards Our Waitarakao: Waitarakao Washdyke Lagoon Catchment Strategy has won the Air New Zealand SuperSteward — Tū Tiaki Award at the 2025 Local Government NZ Excellence Awards and been praised as a “huge strategic piece of forward planning”. The award category celebrates local government projects that protect…
[ad_1] What does the future look like for local government? Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) came together today to discuss principles for future local government structures in Canterbury. Council Chair Craig Pauling said although recent media commentary relating to ‘scrapping regional government’ was unhelpful, a conversation was needed and should involve all levels of government…
[ad_1] A report was presented at today’s Council meeting regarding renewing its annual membership subscription for LGNZ – an association which represents the interests of Councils around the country. Councillors decided to resign the membership of LGNZ and reallocate the unspent budget for this year to go towards elected member professional training, workplace support services…
[ad_1] Fare changes after government shifts We are reassuring Metro and MyWay customers its fares will mostly stay the same, including its $2 Greater Christchurch flat fare trial, following the government’s cancellation of some of its Community Connect concessions. These changes will come into effect from 1 May. These are nationwide changes, decided by the…
[ad_1] Ōtautahi Christchurch has welcomed the largest ever delegation of councillors, mayors, and support staff to the city for this year’s Local Government NZ Conference. The three-day program includes compelling international and national keynote speakers, a range of expert panellists and thought-provoking workshops encouraging attendees to speak, share and learn. Alongside election-year political debates and…
[ad_1] From our Chair: Surprise over Government decision not to fund flood prevention plan Chair Peter Scott shares his opinion on the Government’s decision around a flood prevention plan. Peter Scott, Chair, Environment Canterbury I am feeling deflated and disappointed by the lack of Government foresight and investment in flood protection for our region. As…
[ad_1] Soil conservation funding boost from central government We will receive nearly $2 million to support farmers with erosion-prone land across North Canterbury. The funding comes from Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service (TUR-NZFS) and will help continue the successful Soil Conservation and Revegetation (SCAR) Programme, which will now extend until 2027. Previously…
[ad_1] Local government: Is a unitary authority really the solution? It’s easy to be swayed by the view that bigger is better, and that larger organisations can use their size to generate savings, create efficiencies, and reduce costs. Councillor Craig Pauling, Deputy Chair But being bigger doesn’t necessarily mean a better outcome, especially if you’re…
[ad_1] Christchurch City Council’s submission on the Future for Local Government Review Panel’s draft report, ‘He mata whāriki, he matawhānui’, is ready to be sent after it was approved at the Council’s meeting today. The independent panel, commissioned by the Minister of Local Government, reports on the future of local government in light of the…
[ad_1] Christchurch City Council’s submission on the Future for Local Government Review Panel’s draft report, ‘He mata whāriki, he matawhānui’, is ready to be sent after it was approved at the Council’s meeting today. The independent panel, commissioned by the Minister of Local Government, reports on the future of local government in light of the…
[ad_1] Eleven Government-funded transport projects have been fast-tracked by the Christchurch City Council that aim to encourage walking, cycling and public transport use. However for these to be delivered by the June 2024 deadline, work has been paused on 24 other transport projects. At today’s Finance and Performance Committee meeting Councillors agreed to add the…
[ad_1] A one-off Government grant of $25 million will allow Canterbury Museum to push on with its planned redevelopment. Associate Minister of Finance Dr Megan Woods announced the Government grant this morning. Canterbury Museum Trust Board Chair David Ayers says the money from the Government, which will help to fund seismic strengthening and base isolation…
[ad_1] A Christchurch City Council report is recommending deferring a decision on introducing a separate glass collection service until more is known about the implications of the Government’s plan for improving recycling in New Zealand. In November 2021 the Council asked staff to look at options for separate glass collection and recycling so that it…
[ad_1] Public consultation on four Draft Plan Changes aimed at preparing Christchurch for future growth will open on Monday 11 April. Christchurch City Council’s Urban Development and Transport Committee today agreed to release the four Draft Plan Changes for a five-week period of public consultation. The plan changes are required because of policy directions issued…
[ad_1] The Government has agreed in principle to implement all 44 recommendations contained in the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Terror Attack on Christchurch masjidain. The independent Royal Commission was set up to investigate what State Sector agencies knew about the terrorist’s activities before the attack, measures agencies could have taken to prevent the…
[ad_1] MNZ urges the Government to implement recommendations from Royal Commission on Mosque attacks Multicultural New Zealand (MNZ) welcomes the recommendations from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the March 15th Christchurch Mosque attacks and urges the government to implement them thoughtfully and promptly. MNZ was established in 1989 as an incorporated, non-religious, non-government body,…
[ad_1] The Government begins extensive engagement with Muslim and other ethnic communities across the country on the report by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the terrorist attack on Christchurch masjidain (the Royal Commission) this weekend. The hui, which will be attended by Andrew Little, Lead Coordination Minister for the Government’s Response, and Priyanca Radhakrishnan,…
[ad_1] The Government is giving more support to clean up how New Zealanders move around with approval for 22 new low-emission transport projects, announced by the Energy and Resources Minister Dr Megan Woods today. A community electric bike and car share scheme, additional EV charging stations, as well as five hydrogen trucks and a demonstration…
[ad_1] Thanks to more than $10-million in new services from the Government, more rangatahi will be able to access mental health and addiction support in their community. Minister of Health Andrew Little made the announcement today while visiting Odyssey House Christchurch and acknowledged that significant events like the devastating earthquakes ten years ago have added…
[ad_1] The WÄnaka community has written to the Prime Minister, Ministers and MPs today, calling on them to answer key questions about significant jet airports proposed at WÄnaka and Tarras. The letter, sent by WÄnaka Stakeholders Group Inc. and fully supported by six community associations in the Upper Clutha, was also sent to all MPs…
[ad_1] The Government has introduced the Counter-Terrorism Legislation Bill, designed to boost our ability to respond to a wider range of terrorist activities. The Bill strengthens New Zealand’s counter-terrorism legislation and ensures that the right legislative tools are available to intervene early and prevent harm. “This is the Government’s first step to implementing recommendation 18…
[ad_1] Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Carmel Sepuloni today pays tribute to David Alexander McPhail (11 April 1945 – 14 May 2021) – New Zealand comedian, actor, producer and writer. David McPhail ONZM QSM had a comedy career that spanned four decades, across both television and theatre. “David’s contribution to New Zealand comedy was…
[ad_1] The Council agreed to join an urban growth partnership with the government, to work together on growth issues for the greater Christchurch region. At its Council meeting this week, the Council approved a Memorandum of Agreement to form the Greater Christchurch Urban Growth Partnership between national and local government and iwi. Urban Growth Partnerships…