Queenstown councillor claims due process failures over removal from committees

RNZOtago Daily TimesMonday 31 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

In this story Queenstown Lakes District Council, Niki Gladding, Glyn Lewers

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The Queenstown Lakes District Council is removing councillor Niki Gladding from several committees. Gladding, who previously leaked information regarding plans to pump treated sewage into the Shotover River, claims the council is failing to follow due process in its decision.

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First reported by RNZ, Mon 31 Mar 2025, 8:03pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 21 minutes
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    Councillor who leaked information claims Queenstown council failing to follow due processes (opens in new tab)

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