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Local Government New Zealand's suffered another loss, as Western Bay of Plenty District Council quits.  It's accused LGNZ of being too left-wing, unprofessional and unresponsive to the views of councils.  Local Government New Zealand says its decision-making process is based on input from mayors, chief executives and councillors.  Councillor Margaret Murray-Benge says it will save the council money.  "We save about $180,000 - and then there's about $16,000 from our community board, and then there are other costs that come with it." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.