It suggests regional councillors be retained until the end of this term.
Watch our panel discussion on the latest changes.
Towns and cities will also have to clean up their act.
How many houses will be built under the new policy?
The politics of opposition have changed through this year, with less olive branch and more opposition.
But government insists building boom will continue.
Unsold KiwiBuild homes will be sold on the open market.
Investment in infrastructure could be the loser, they warn.
Industry expecting a major overhaul of the government’s plans.
An exclusive interview with the new infrastructure boss.