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EPISODE · Dec 8, 2025 · 27 MIN

How mayors could replace regional councillors

from The New Zealand Initiative · host The New Zealand Initiative

In this episode, Eric, Nick and Benno talk about the Government's proposal to abolish regional councillors while retaining regional councils, shifting governance to new Combined Territories Boards made up of local mayors. They explore how this reform creates space for mayors to rethink regional governance through a function-by-function approach, potentially establishing purpose-built agencies for issues like water catchments and transport that cross council boundaries.

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