If the economy grows faster the Government gets more revenue, says Nicola Willis.
Voting in local body elections has fallen since 1989 and turnout is now about 42%.
Says if he’s leader, hotel sector will ‘absolutely’ have a hand in designing industry strategy.
Farming groups disappointed sequestration not included as part of proposed emissions pricing scheme for farms.
Wayne Brown 'shocked' at value for money of Auckland Council property arm.
Nicola Willis says $3b cost of National’s tax cut package is miniscule, compared with increase in govt spending under Labour.
Public Trust has reviewed its capital adequacy and the Government wants any excess capital returned to the Crown.
Local body elections have seen a shake-up of incumbent local body politics.
Councils could face commercial risk, potential liability if water-related contracts are not picked up by new water services entities.
Government proposes giving local councils power to decide if and where exotic forests can be planted.