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Tāwhiao McMaster Quits Council Race To Contest Te Tai Hauāuru Seat
Wednesday, 10 September 2025, 2:13 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
Te Tai Hauāuru stretches across the western North Island from South Waikato, Te Kuiti and Taumarunui through Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatū and down to Tawa. More >>
Whanganui Māori Ward: Julie Herewini Says It's Time For A Wahine Māori From The Awa
Wednesday, 10 September 2025, 2:07 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
The first-time candidate is one of five Māori standing for the new ward’s two seats. Born in Raetihi, she affiliates to Ngāti Rangi and Te Āti Haunui-ā-Pāpārangi, and hapū Ngāti Rangituhia and Ngāti Ruaka. More >>
Whanganui Māori Ward: Papakāinga Builder Stands For Seat
Wednesday, 10 September 2025, 1:41 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
The Kimiora Trust founder is one of five candidates vying for the district’s first two Māori ward seats. More >>
Napier Candidates Divided Over Future Of Māori Wards
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 5:18 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
Māori wards will make a difference. They bring Māori voices and experiences into council decisions, which means our city gets solutions that are more practical and inclusive. More >>
Clark Believes He Could Be Mayor Of Tasman And Invercargill
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 5:11 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Andrew Maxwell Clark has a checkered past but is running for mayor at both ends of the South Island - what is he offering Tasman voters? More >>
Whanganui Māori Ward: Phil ‘Bear’ Reweti Fighting For Māori Voice
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 5:07 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
The plain-spoken activist – a lifelong union man – is one of five candidates contesting two seats in the new Māori ward. More >>
Poll Suggests Marcus Buddo Leading Race For Hastings Mayor
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 5:01 pm | Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter
The independent poll of 500 residents, paid for by the Taxpayers’ Union, found Buddo had the support of 25% of decided voters, with Damon Harvey on 14%, Wendy Schollum on 12%, Steve Gibson on 9% and Darrin Wilson on 3%. More >>
The Battle For Kaiapoi-Woodend Council Seats
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 4:54 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Ten candidates are vying for four seats at the Waimakariri District Council table, with just two councillors, Brent Cairns and Philip Redmond, seeking re-election. More >>
Five Men Run For Hurunui's West Ward
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 4:47 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Five men are standing in Hurunui's west ward, including two sitting councillors. More >>
School Students Demand Answers At Māngere Candidates’ Forum
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 4:42 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Manuia Fox-Romia, head girl for Māngere College, challenged candidates on the disconnect between council and communities. More >>
Hurunui Election: Who Is Vying For A Seat In The South Ward
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 4:20 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Nine candidates are standing for election in Hurunui's south ward and there are seven candidates for the first South Ward Community Board election. More >>
Rotorua Mayoral Candidate Drops Out Due To ‘health Complication’
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 4:16 pm | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
Haehaetu Barrett exits Rotorua mayoral race on medical grounds. More >>
Orange Ballot Boxes Ready For Canterbury Local Elections
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 4:11 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Orange ballot boxes are popping up around North Canterbury to make it easier for people to cast their votes in the local Government elections. More >>
Kaikōura's Proposed Cat Control Measures Gain Support
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 4:07 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Kaikōura District Council will hear submissions on its proposed Animals Bylaw and Dog Control policy tomorrow. More >>
Whanganui Māori Ward: Geoff Hipango's Vision For Community Prosperity
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 3:14 pm | Moana Ellis - Local Democracy Reporter
Whanganui born and bred, Hipango said his motivation to stand stems from a commitment to see the community prosper. More >>
Local Elections 2025: Where Rotorua Candidates Stand On Māori Wards
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 3:02 pm | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
Rotorua introduced a Māori ward for the 2022 local elections after the Government removed the requirement to hold a local referendum. More >>
A Guide To Voting In The Local Elections
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 2:56 pm | Marika Hill - Local Democracy Reporting
So what are the rules around the upcoming elections? More >>
Conflict At Northland Regional Council Top Table Investigated
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 2:53 pm | Susan Botting - Local Democracy Reporter
Complaints of stalking, racial discrimination and privacy breaches made against Northland Regional Council's chair have all been dismissed. More >>
Advocates Urge Stricter Rules For Wairarapa Cat Bylaw
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 2:50 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
A wildlife advocacy group is urging Wairarapa councils to go harder on cat regulations in a proposed set of bylaws. More >>
'Deeply Upsetting’: Council's Plea To Residents Wanting A Dog
Monday, 8 September 2025, 11:08 am | Mathew Nash - Local Democracy Reporter
Rotorua Lakes council has put out a plea to residents to make informed choices before getting a dog. More >>
