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Local Government (Territorial Authorities (Responsibilities (Provision of…
Local Government
Territorial Authorities
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6 of the territorial authorities (4 district councils, 1 city council, & Auckland) have the powers of a regional authority (known as unitary authorities)
Responsibilities
Provision of local infrastructure including water, sewerage, storm water and roads
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Controlling the effects of land use (including hazardous substances, natural hazards and indigenous biodiversity)
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Regional Authorities
11 Regional Councils
Responsibilities
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Managing rivers, mitigating soil erosion and flood control
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Managing the effects of using freshwater, land, air, and coastal waters
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The LGA and the RMA devolve a significant amount of responsibilities to local government to manage the environment