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Nats untrustworthy on local government

Nanaia Mahuta

29.10.2008

"National cannot be trusted to allow iwi, hapu and local communities to have a say on big development projects affecting local areas" Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta said in response to National's local government policy release

"National cannot be trusted to allow iwi, hapu and local communities to have a say on big development projects affecting local areas" Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta said in response to National's local government policy release

"National is talking about a 20-year infrastructure p...  more +

Minister pays tribute to former Christchurch Mayor

Nanaia Mahuta

08.09.2008

Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta has paid tribute to former Christchurch Mayor Sir Hamish Hay, who passed away last evening.

"Sir Hamish was a stalwart of local politics in Christchurch, and enjoyed a distinguished career as a politician and as Christchurch's longest ser...  more +

Minister heads to Hobart for Ministerial meeting

Nanaia Mahuta

11.08.2008

Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta will today leave to attend the 7th annual Local Government and Planning Ministers' Council meeting in Hobart, Australia.

"This is an opportunity to discuss issues of common concern with our Australian counterparts, and provide an update on local government issues in New Zealand," Nanaia Mahuta said.

"The meeting will focus on a number of issues, including climate change, and improving services to indigenous ...  more +