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Guy C. Charlton

Guy C. Charlton

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Can a new government solve NZ’s local council crisis? Why a royal commission could help

Can a new government solve NZ’s local council crisis? Why a royal commission could help

Local government has experienced massive upheaval over the past years, but the big financial and infrastructural challenges remain. A new blueprint is...

29.10.2026 30

The Conversation

Guy C. Charlton

A landmark US court ruling on birthright citizenship is coming. What does NZ law say?

The US Supreme Court will soon rule on Donald Trump’s attempt to end automatic citizenship rights for people born in the US. It’s not a clear-cut...

27.04.2026 50

The Conversation

Guy C. Charlton

A major overhaul of NZ’s local government is underway – will it really fix what’s broken?

A sweeping reform of New Zealand’s local government sector promises efficiency, but raises questions about accountability, representation and...

26.01.2026 40

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Guy C. Charlton