Councillor's Fight for Council Transparency | Auckland News

Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 8, 2026 · 1m

Tauranga councillor Glen Crowther reveals how he’s been locked in a battle with his own council for basic transparency—forced to review sensitive docs under supervision, no pen allowed, and even hit with a $3,500 fee for info another council gave free. His frustrations echo a broader pattern, especially around landslide risks before the Mount Maunganui tragedy that killed six. Now, a bill backed by National MPs aims to give councillors the access they need, while the council insists staff act in good faith—with legal limits clearly explained. Submissions closed; a Select Committee report…