2022

Mayor of Auckland

The Auckland Mayor leads the governing body of Auckland Council. The mayor’s job is to promote a vision for Auckland and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Auckland Council mayoral election.

Mayor of Auckland candidates

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Efeso Collins

Michael Kampkes

Ted Johnston

Craig Lord

Lisa Lewis

Michael Morris

Wayne Brown

Alezix Heneti

Tony Corbett

Gary Brown

Pete Mazany

Viv Beck

Ryan Earl Pausina

Tricia Cheel

Dani Riekwel

John Lehmann

David John Feist

Michael Coote

John Palino

James Malcolm Dunphy

Robert Hong Hu

Phil O'Connor

John Alcock

Gary Brown

Independent

Chairman of Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

Why I'm standing

I love Auckland – but there are aspects of our city that we all find frustrating, so I'm stepping in because it's time for change. I've been working at the local board level for the last three years. In that time, I've seen the inner workings, and behind the scenes of how council operates. I'm also out in the community every day, learning what our people love, and also hearing how our people are struggling.

About me

I'm a business owner, a local board Chairman, still an active North Harbour Rugby referee for 28 years, currently president of Noth Harbour Referee association. Involved with the Silverdale Rugby Club since 1970. A centurion for over 100 games played for Silverdale premier team. Currently on No5 Squadron Air Cadets committee. Former New Zealand champion in Surf Life-Saving. I'm the founder of the "NZ Walk of Fame" on the Orewa Boulevard.

My priorities

  1. Ensure council-controlled organisations collaborate on projects to ensure cost savings a priority.
  2. Reduce the amount of raised pedestrian crossings on extremely busy roads which causes more problems.
  3. Improve roading maintenance with material that actually last longer and don't increase potholes.

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