Urgent action needed to improve resilience in wake of storms - LGNZ

With New Zealand again battered by rain and wind this week, LGNZ is calling for urgent progress on adaptation planning.

LGNZ President Rehette Stoltz says it’s time we saw real progress on the ground in response to climate risks. “Policies and frameworks on climate adaptation are taking years to progress but we need to start acting now.”

She says “Clear, durable co‑funding arrangements between central and local government are critical. Adaptation planning and flood resilience must be implemented in a way that doesn’t put unsustainable pressure on ratepayers and supports economic growth in the regions.

“We need stronger national direction, supported by local coordination with communities, businesses and iwi, to build New Zealand’s resilience.”