It's that point in the election cycle when all of our local councils are usually open for consultation on their 10-year Long Term Plans (LTPs).

However, our councils have been granted leave by the government to temporarily replace LTPs with Three-Year Plans.

The consultation process is a great part of our democracy in Aotearoa New Zealand that makes sure that all of our voices can be heard in the halls of power, but the submission process can be daunting if it's your first time making one.

Whether you are a veteran submission-writer or a complete newbie, whether you have all week to craft a beautifully-prepared essay, or barely an hour after the kids have gone to bed, this FREE workshop will equip you with the facts and skills to make your own effective submission.

What makes a good submission?

What are the key issues up for consultation?

What services are going to be cut and why?

All these questions and more will be answered by Sustainable HB's in-house advocacy team, so book your place now for next Thursday evening.

Light refreshments will be served.

https://www.consultations.nz/h...