Local Government Commission (New Zealand)
The Local Government Commission is an independent statutory body established under the Local Government Act 2002 in New Zealand.
The Commission has three members who are appointed by the Minister of Local Government. Its main task is to make decisions on the structure of local government and on electoral arrangements for local authorities.
Read more about Local Government Commission (New Zealand): Members
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