Policies

Compare the parties’ positions on the key issues this election. Explore their policies and see how closely they align with your own views and priorities.

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Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

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  • Support partnerships between government agencies, businesses, iwi, and communities to find smarter ways of working together.

  • Support our local business to thrive and provide employment and training opportunities.

  • Engage with our communities, helping them cut through the red tape to get things that they need done.

  • Fight for ratepayers' right to information that affects our community. I believe that information is power.

  • Outcomes for Māori. To uphold and respect all the rights under Te Tiriti O Waitangi.

  • Push for open and transparent local board meetings, communication and processes to ensure accountability and trust in decision making.

  • Enable increased community involvement and collaboration in board discussions to include local expertise and knowledge to inform decisions.

  • Encourage the board to collaborate and consult with a wider community and iwi base to gain a range of perspectives in decision making.

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