On The Platform Michael Laws chats about what’s wrong with local government, and why the government may make it worse, and his view on fixing it.
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
What’s Wrong With Local Government
Labels: Local government, Michael LawsOn The Platform Michael Laws chats about what’s wrong with local government, and why the government may make it worse, and his view on fixing it.
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2 comments:
A family member has worked in local government. In their view, Michael Laws has it exactly right. No amount of amalgamation will make things better. He proposes a pathway forward: the Minister of Local Government, along with all councils, should take note.
I do hope that large numbers of voters and ratepayers have seen this piece.
You said it Michael. Taken me a while to realise LG has been in no way democratic for 2 decades. Salaried bureaucrats just do what they please - a little irritated by the presence of superfluous bodies voted in by the locals.
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