CoBoP Resources: Working Together
section highlights information related to CoBoP's priority of improving efficient and effective working together across sectorsThis in the Bay of Plenty.
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Smarter Government, Stronger Communites - Release of Cabinet Paper
The Minister of Local Government has proactively released the Smarter Government, Stronger Communities: Towards Better Local Governance and Public Services Cabinet paper. This paper describes the intended scope and process for the review of local government that the Minister has described in his speeches.
Transparency, Accountability and Financial Management of Local Government (TAFM)
The Local Government Act 2002 Amendment Bill (the TAFM Bill) received Royal assent on 26 November 2010, and thus took effect on 27 November 2010 (subject to the commencement and transitional provisions therein).
View the full Act on http://www.legislation.govt.nz/
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Identifying, Assessing and Addressing Gang Issues
Local Government New Zealand guidance designed to assist councils to develop local responses to mitigate and/or eliminate the negative impacts of adult gang activities on their communities.
What's Next for Philanthropy
Taupo DC wins IPANZ GenI Public Sector Excellence Award in the ‘Crown–Maori Relationships’ category
http://www.taupo.govt.nz/latest_news/Council-and-Tuwharetoa-create-award-winning-relationship/
New tool to provide funding transparency
Social Development Minister Paula Bennett has unveiled the Government’s new cyber contract mapping tool, detailing community providers’ locations and the Government funding they receive around the country, on a publicly accessible website.
Mythbusters: Examining Common Perceptions About Local Government in New Zealand
Mythbusters: Examining Common Perceptions About Local Government in New Zealand. Local Government New Zealand, September 2010
Mythbusters debunks 20 myths about local government in New Zealand, addressing topics such as local government spending, rates, accountability and democracy.
Community Engagement in the Civil Defence and Emergency Management Context
This Best Practice Guideline on engaging communities in civil defence emergency management in their area, including enhancing preparedness and creating resilience to disasters. Guidance includes templates and checklists for identifying and engaging with communities, and evaluating projects.