New independent analysis and modelling predicts up to $185 billion is required in the next 30 years to upgrade our drinking water, stormwater, and sewage infrastructure. Work is already underway on a proposal to trim the country’s 67 water service providers .
Jane Clifton: NZ asserts its right to treat trade and security separately
6 May, 2021 07:44 PM
6 minutes to read Nanaia Mahuta s line in the sand was neither as dramatic nor as heroic as it has been painted, writes Jane Clifton. Photo / Andrew Warner Nanaia Mahuta s line in the sand was neither as dramatic nor as heroic as it has been painted, writes Jane Clifton. Photo / Andrew Warner
By: Jane Clifton
OPINION:
New Zealand is asserting its right to treat trade and security separately when it comes to China, despite its Five Eyes partners. It would be a foolish person who agreed to a game of
Three Waters: Rangitīkei mayor Andy Watson wants answers for ratepayers
4 May, 2021 05:00 PM
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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 the Government s Three Waters Reform Programme. The council, along with all New Zealand local authorities, is expected to make a decision on whether to
Under review: Mayors cautious and optimistic as councils come under microscope
26 Apr, 2021 05:00 PM
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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 Minister Nanaia Mahuta s announcement of an independent review of local government. Mahuta said the review would explore how councils could maintain and improve the wellbeing of New Zealanders