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National Walking Away From Its Co-Governance Promises
Michael Laws interviews the NZ Taxpayers’ Union CEO Jordan Williams about the government’s broken promise of no co-governance of public services. VIEW HERE
Liberal democracy suffers its great leap backward
The New Zealand Initiative examines the challenges facing New Zealand’s democratic system, highlighting how increasing centralization, bureaucratic influence, and weakened local accountability threaten the principles of representative government. READ MORE
Clash over mana whenua seat: ‘There is nothing to be scared of’
A heated debate has erupted over the proposed mana whenua seat, with strong opinions on both sides. RNZ reports on the controversy. READ MORE
Iwi votes on committees divide Tasman council
Iwi voting rights on council committees have sparked division within the Tasman District Council. Te Ao Māori News reports on the debate, highlighting differing perspectives on representation, governance, and the balance between iwi influence and local democracy. READ MORE
Co-Governance in Marlborough: The Truth About New Council Power Shifts
The video highlights concern over New Zealand’s democracy, focusing on reduced local accountability and the growing influence of unelected bodies. READ MORE
Wendy Geus: Seymour must demand Luxon 'incinerate' te mana o te wai or appears to support it
The post argues that Seymour should pressure party leader Christopher Luxon to clarify his stance on removing Te Mana o te Wai from legislation, highlighting concerns over unclear government policy and the need for legal certainty. READ MORE
Supreme Court matters: Why lawyers need to speak out
A recent court ruling clarifies key legal interpretations, with significant implications for New Zealand law and practice. READ MORE
National could signal its support for democracy
National could be about to signal support for a major shift in New Zealand’s political landscape. Gary Judd explores the potential implications, what it might mean for policy and governance, and why citizens should pay attention to the signals coming from Wellington. READ MORE