Councillor's Fight for Council Transparency | Auckland News

Tauranga councillor Glen Crowther reveals how he’s been locked in a battle with his own council for basic transparency—forced to review sensitive docs under supervision, no pen allowed, and even hit with a $3,500 fee for info another council gave free. His frustrations echo a broader pattern, especially around landslide risks before the Mount Maunganui tragedy that killed six. Now, a bill backed by National MPs aims to give councillors the access they need, while the council insists staff act in good faith—with legal limits clearly explained. Submissions closed; a Select Committee report looms for February. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dc6356a17f4ca8e4