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Broad range of local government awards finalists

Broad range of local government awards finalists

Seventeen council projects have made the cut for LGNZ's Excellence Awards, highlighting work that is already improving services, the environment and jobs.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 20th Jun 2017

Technology to transform the NZ Government

Technology to transform the NZ Government

The NZTech Advance Government and Technology Summit in February will explore how technology can improve public services and drive government innovation.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Nov 2015

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Datacentres in NZ: PM's office rejects OIA request on briefings over plans

Datacentres in NZ: PM's office rejects OIA request on briefings over plans

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern refuses to disclose her discussions with major tech companies regarding data centres in New Zealand.

By Phil Pennington • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2022

Local Govt NZ: 12-months rates freeze misguided during COVID-19 pandemic

Local Govt NZ: 12-months rates freeze misguided during COVID-19 pandemic

The request from the Taxpayers' Union to implement a 12-month rates freeze is misguided and has the potential to put the brakes on economic recovery.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020

Local Government NZ welcomes UFB tender

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Local Government NZ welcomes UFB tender

Local Government NZ welcomes release of tender for second stage of UFB programme, calls for coverage across as many communities as possible.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Sep 2015