Materials comprised of a Paper and PowerPoint Handout.
Event Date:
26 November 2026
Presenters:
Laura Bielby Director, Rice Speir
Tim Rainey Barrister, FortyEight Shortland
Stuart Ryan Barrister
Synopsis:
This paper provides a concise update on recent case law affecting local government in New Zealand. With commentary from an in-house legal perspective, the paper will explore key legal developments, trends in complaints and information requests, enforcement challenges, and emerging duties such as the duty of candour. Readers will gain practical insights into how these issues impact council decision-making, legal risk, and community engagement.
These Materials will help you:
Understand key recent legal decisions impacting local government.
Identify trends in complaints and information requests, and their legal implications.
Recognise emerging legal risks, including evolving duties and governance challenges.
Intended Audience:
Lawyers working in or with local government, including in-house counsel, external advisors, and legal practitioners with an interest in public and administrative law.
