by Debra | Feb 1, 2019 | Climate change
The complexity of climate change, as well as the unpredictable rate of change, can be overwhelming when considering how to respond to these challenges at a district or a regional level. Fortunately, the next infrastructure strategies and asset management plans...
by Debra | Jan 18, 2019 | Community engagement
It’s nearly that time of year again, when councils will be seeking feedback from the public on a wide range of plans, policies and bylaws.I’ve read thousands of submissions. In my experience, the most effective submissions: provide a concise summary...
by Debra | Jan 5, 2019 | Climate change
I love reading a book in one big gulp during the summer holidays. My favourite this year was ‘Unsheltered’ by Barbara Kingsolver. The present-day story is about a family dealing with the fall out of a number of shocks related to their family, their careers, financial...
by Debra | Dec 4, 2018 | Climate change
Introduction What role will local government have in New Zealand’s progress towards a low carbon economy? In this article I reflect on some of the points raised in the Productivity Commission’s Low-emissions economy report and suggest some ways councils may contribute...
by Debra | Jul 3, 2018 | Interviews
I booked a flight to Wellington and a Masterton motel. Next minute my smart phone was wishing me a great visit to the Wairarapa … it’s a little unnerving, but companies are not the only ones making increasingly smart use of technology. Wellington City Council’s...
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