In accordance with section 261B(3) of the Local Government Act 2002, the Secretary for Local Government intends to make a rule specifying performance measures for the activity group of water supply.

The purpose of the performance measures is to enable the public to compare the level of service provided for each group of activities by different local authorities.

The Secretary is now consulting on the draft performance measures.

Consultation documents are available at www.dia.govt.nz or from the Department of Internal Affairs, PO Box 805, Wellington 6140, or by email councils@dia.govt.nz.

Consultation closes at 5.00pm on 10 May 2024.

PAUL JAMES, Secretary for Local Government, Department of Internal Affairs.