Auckland Council
The Auckland Council makes strategic decisions for Auckland on public transport, urban planning, environmental protection and other big issues. The council provides funding to local boards to provide public services in their areas, and manages council-controlled organisations which provide infrastructure, such as public transport, water and sewerage. The councillors and mayor make up the governing body, which shares governance of Auckland Council with the 21 local boards. The governing body is made up of 20 councillors plus the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in Auckland). two councillors will be elected from your ward. 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 election.
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Julie Fairey
Why I'm standing
I'm seeking your support for a second term as councillor because I believe we need clear progressive leadership to address the housing, transport and climate issues we face. A city is a place built on sharing - in your neighbourhood, suburb, and across our region. I bring that focus on working together to the table, and am committed to working with others to find the best ways forward for Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
About me
I have been a councillor for Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa since 2022, and before that was on the local board for my area for 12 years. I have helped many constituents with local issues, especially in the aftermath of the 2023 storms when I secured local community information sessions. I have the highest attendance record of all councillors, and consider communicating about council issues a high priority – both sharing information and hearing views to inform my decisions.
My priorities
- Take meaningful climate action and embed climate considerations into council's business as usual.
- Create a city where everyone has safe secure housing that meets their needs.
- Grow the public transport system so more people can participate fully without having to own a car.
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