Local Government is a vehicle of legislation. It can be altered by Central Government at their will. Think about Ecan. Central Government is advised on Local Government issues by the Department of Internal Affairs. I doubt if things have changed greatly since I was in Local Government. My … [Read more...]
Central Government seldom understands Local Government
One thing which used to frustrate me as Mayor was the way Central Government strode all over Local Government when they decided to take certain action. Time and time again the costs of these decisions were passed onto Local Government to absorb. We have seen it blatantly exhibited here with Central … [Read more...]
20 August 2019 Comment
I’ve always felt that radio talkback is a useful pressure relief valve in society. I have enjoyed an excellent relationship with some radio talkback people. Generally, the ones who could listen to a logical discussion. I like Chris Lynch, the current guy at Newstalk ZB. I had an on-off relationship … [Read more...]