Local Government (System Improvements) Amendment Bill
Government bill
About this bill
This primary policy objective of this bill is to reduce pressure on council rates by refocusing the purpose of local government, better measuring and publicising council performance, prioritising core services in council spending, strengthening council accountability and transparency, and providing regulatory relief to councils.
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Bill text: Local Government (System Improvements) Amendment Bill (legislation.govt.nz)Member responsible
Progress
In progress
This Bill passed its first reading on 17 July 2025. The Select Committee is due to report back on 17 November 2025. Following this, the Bill will be ready for its second reading. Public submissions are due on 26 August 2025.
Votes
1st reading
Passed
17 July 2025
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2nd reading
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3rd reading
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(30 July 2025 at 12:30 GMT+00:00)