Writing and editing services
for councils
I help busy council staff to create high quality documents
People who work for councils want to make a real difference to their communities. But it’s a tough job due to uncertainty (including the RMA and Three Waters reforms), disruption (related to Covid-19 and climate change) and the increasing complexity of the issues. Staff shortages can also make it difficult to complete work programmes.
If any of the above is creating stress for your council, I can help.
Writing services for councils
I combine my writing skills with more than 20 years of experience working in the local government sector to prepare documents that are both accurate and easy to understand.
Services include:
Editing services for councils
I understand the types of documents you need to produce, the needs of your readers, and the legislative context for your work.
Services include:
Report Writing Guide
A step by step process for writing and editing your reports.
Helping council staff to be successful
I have been providing writing and editing services for council staff since 2014. My clients are usually juggling multiple projects and have significant demands on their time, which makes it difficult for them to find extended, uninterrupted periods of time to write and edit complex documents. I work alongside my clients to understand the issues and options under consideration, and then return to my quiet home office to write documents on their behalf. My clear, concise writing style supports both decision-making and consultation processes.
I am an Associate Member of Taituarā — Local Government Professionals Aotearoa which helps me to keep up to date with local government issues.
Testimonials
What I’m Writing About
Seven ways to structure your advice
People who work in the local government sector are swimming in information, which is a heady mix of central government and consultants’ reports, scientific data, climate change forecasts, and public feedback. They need to wade through this sea of documents to write...
Three takeaways from a writing workshop
Over the past month I have been developing in-depth content for a writing workshop which will include a two-hour overview in the morning and three practical sessions in the afternoon. I have been focusing on making sure I have enough content to provide value for five...
Working with consultants – 15 ways to reduce the risks and maximise the benefits
Working with a consultant for the first time carries some risks. There’s a lot of trust involved – you discuss your project and they disappear, leaving you to hope they produce what you need, on time. Commissioning assistance is an important decision, and the outputs...