The Local Government Commission is an independent statutory body established under the Local Government Act 2002 in New Zealand. The Commission has three members who are appointed by the Minister of Local Government. Its main task is to make decisions on the structure of local government and on electoral arrangements for local authorities. Members Members since 1990: See also Territorial authorities of New Zealand Local Government New Zealand References External links Local Government Commission website. Government of New Zealand Local government in New Zealand Local government commissions