Rautaki Mātauranga Kāwanatanga mō te kāwanatanga ā-rohe Governance education strategy for local government

Background:

Local government decision-makers have significant governance responsibilities and decision-making powers for their communities. Following on from its 2021 report on Local Government Codes of Conduct, the Commission has looked at how governance capability of councils can best be supported. It has led a working group with diverse sector experience and widely canvassed councils to take stock of the sector’s governance education needs. This report discusses the main barriers to governance education and outlines a strategy for supporting a culture of continuous learning within local government.

Read the Commission's report

Report: to the Minister of Local Government - Governance Education Strategy for Local Government (PDF, 457 KB)

To find out more about the Commission's 2021 report on Local Government Codes of Conduct, see our Local Government Codes of Conduct page.

Local government codes of conduct page

Conclusion of work:

At its meeting in June 2024 the Commission decided to conclude its work on the governance education strategy. The Commission has explored options for progressing the governance education strategy while being mindful of the Commission’s stewardship role and focussing on how the Commission might work with other sector stakeholders to ensure a collective and cohesive approach to governance education that avoids duplication. Given the current fiscal environment and the need for efficient resource use, the Commission’s ability to advance key areas such as public accountability, funding, and accreditation is limited. However, the Commission remains open to revisiting the strategy in future should changes in context warrant it.

Read the Commission's letter to the Minister

Letter to Minister of Local Government - Conclusion of work on Governance Education Strategy July 2024 (PDF, 311 KB)