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Three Waters: Rangitīkei mayor Andy Watson wants answers for ratepayers 4 May, 2021 05:00 PM 3 minutes to read Rangitīkei mayor Andy Watson says the Three Waters Reform Programme poses fundamental problems for keeping ratepayers informed. Photo / Bevan Conley Rangitīkei mayor Andy Watson says the Three Waters Reform Programme poses fundamental problems for keeping ratepayers informed. Photo / Bevan Conley Liz Wylie is a reporter for the Whanganui Chronicleliz.wylie@whanganuichronicle.co.nzWhangaChron Rangitīkei mayor Andy Watson believes there are fundamental communication problems with...

Under review: Mayors cautious and optimistic as councils come under microscope 26 Apr, 2021 05:00 PM 3 minutes to read Whanganui mayor Hamish McDouall said an independent review of local government is a good opportunity to define local and central responsibilities. Photo / Bevan Conley Whanganui mayor Hamish McDouall said an independent review of local government is a good opportunity to define local and central responsibilities. Photo / Bevan Conley Liz Wylie is a reporter for the Whanganui Chronicleliz.wylie@whanganuichronicle.co.nzWhangaChron Local mayors have reacted to Local Government M...

Some mayors in the region have welcomed the news while others have unanswered questions.

The effects of climate change, along with changing demographics, government-led water reform and the impacts of Covid-19 are "key issues" that need to be considered in the 2021-31 long term plan, a Wairoa District Council report says.