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Alex Parmley is well aware of the challenges that lie ahead for local government in New Zealand. But the new Waitaki District Council chief executive believes he is equipped with the right skills and experience to lead the district through them and into the future. Mr Parmley (49) has moved to Oamaru with his wife Elizabeth and four children – Mabel (8), Harlen (6), Rory (4) and Aalish (2) – from the UK, where he was chief executive of South Somerset District Council. He started in his new role on Monday. Mr Parmley grew up in Blackpool, in the northwest of England. After graduating from university with a degree in history and politics, he “stumbled” into a career in local government, working in tourism and events. ....