The Taituarā suite of interactive e-learning modules are aimed at introducing local government staff to the recent changes to the Local Government Act.

Module 1: An Introduction to Community Wellbeing


In this course you'll learn about:

  • The history behind the shift to Aotearoa New Zealand's wellbeing outlook.
  • Central Government's Living Standards Framework approach to wellbeing measurement.
  • How central and local government approaches to wellbeing measurement align.
  • The four community wellbeings and their indicators.
  • How progress is measured based on wellbeing indicators.

Module 2: How the Local Government Act Changed and what this means for Councils and Communities 

In this course you'll learn about:

  • Changes to the Local Government Act.
  • What the changes mean for councils and communities.
  • How activities connect to community wellbeing outcomes.
  • How councils can involve their community in decision making.
  • Best practice methods of engagement.

How to enrol

To enrol in our e-learning course Local Government & Community Wellbeing click 'Enrol Now' below. 

A single seat costs $160+GST 

Note - for multiple participants, discounted pricing is available. If you would like to enrol five participants or more please contact Taituarā directly - elearning@taituara.org.nz