Information for councils and stakeholders

Find information, resources, and updates about city and regional deals. This page includes the Strategic Framework, Memoranda of Understanding, Cabinet papers, announcements, and contact details for councils and stakeholders.

Regional deals strategic framework

The Regional Deals Strategic Framework provides details of how Regional Deals works. The framework draws on the experiences of other countries where city and regional deal models have opened significant opportunities for economic growth.

Regional Deals Strategic Framework (PDF, 3 MB)

Memoranda of Understanding

Memoranda of Understanding are formal documents that outline the shared intentions and objectives of Central Government and the selected regions, prior to discussions and negotiations towards a City and Regional Deal. While not legally binding, Memoranda of Understanding set the foundation for collaboration by:

Clarifying regional priorities and aspirations.
Establishing a shared vision for economic growth and investment.
Signalling commitment from both central and local governments to work together.
Guiding the next phase of detailed planning and negotiation.

Memoranda of Understanding are an important first step in the deal process, helping ensure that all parties are aligned before formal agreements are developed.

Memoranda of Understanding (Complete) - Auckland, Otago Central Lakes, Western Bay of Plenty (PDF, 7.8MB)

Individual Memoranda of Understanding

Memorandum of Understanding for Auckland (PDF, 3MB)

Memorandum of Understanding for Otago Central Lakes (PDF, 2.9MB)

Memorandum of Understanding for Western Bay of Plenty (PDF, 2.8MB)

Confidentiality and Transparency

While Memoranda of Understanding are designed to foster open collaboration, they may also contain confidential elements. As deal discussions progress, more detailed information will be shared to support transparency and public engagement.