New Zealand's Buller and Waikato District Councils consider deferring Long-Term Plans.

The Buller District Council in NZ is considering deferring its Long-Term Plan (LTP) adoption due to the government's new water services legislation repeal, while Waikato District Council plans to pause its 2024-2034 LTP due to financial planning challenges and government policy changes. Instead of working on the 10-year plan, the council proposes switching to an 'enhanced Annual Plan' for the 2024/25 financial year. Both councils aim to provide more time for community consultation, gain clarity on funding and affordability issues, and understand the level of Waka Kotahi subsidies for the district's roading program.

February 25, 2024
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