How often are elections held for COGS committees?

Elections for COGS committees are held every three years. Committee members are elected for a three-year term, and may not serve for more than two terms in a row.

The 2022 nominations are currently open, until 31 August 2022.

For more information about the COGS committee nomination and election process:

Community Organisation Grants Scheme (COGS) Local Distribution Committee 2022 nominations and elections

What do COGS committees do?

Most local COGS committees have seven members, who share a broad knowledge of their community. They are able to make shared decisions and have experience with financial and/or management systems. They also have a general understanding of tikanga Māori and the Treaty of Waitangi.

Training is provided for the volunteers who serve on local COGS committees.