We are holding public meetings in our main centres to discuss local government reform.
On 5 May 2026, the Government announced a three month process known as Head Start - a voluntary pathway for councils to develop re-organisation proposals, with the aim of establishing unitary authorities across a region.
Want to read more?
We have some information available online at letstalk.mackenzie.govt.nz > Local Government Reform - Headstart
Want to talk to someone?
We are holding public meetings in our main centres to discuss local government reform.
Twizel
Monday 15 June - 6.00 - 8.00pm
Twizel Event Centre theatre
Tekapo
Wednesday 17 June 6.00 - 8.00pm
Lake Tekapo Community Hall
Fairlie
Thursday 18 June 6.00 - 8.00pm
Mackenzie Community Centre theatre
In the meantime, to have your say:
- Go to our Lets talk page at letstalk.mackenzie.govt.nz > Local Government Reform - Headstart, and fill in the online form.
- Email your thoughts to feedback@mackenzie.govt.nz.