Auckland Council

Howick Ward
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.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Create local and regional emergency resilience and response capability, building on the lessons from previous emergencies and best practice.

    Ensure the city is prepared for the realities of climate change, including those most vulnerable.

    Implement an ambitious but realistic plan of action to reduce Auckland's carbon emissions, prioritising transport and its 40 per cent share of emissions.

  • Invest in stormwater systems and stop banks to protect homes, businesses and communities from severe weather.

    Remove emissions considerations from all council decisions and consents and prioritise value for money.

    Stop wasting ratepayers' money on emissions cuts and focus on core local services rather than climate activism.

  • Create local and regional emergency resilience and response capability, building on the lessons from previous emergencies and best practice.

    Ensure the city is prepared for the realities of climate change, including those most vulnerable.

    Implement an ambitious but realistic plan of action to reduce Auckland's carbon emissions, prioritising transport and its 40 per cent share of emissions.

  • Invest in stormwater systems and stop banks to protect homes, businesses and communities from severe weather.

    Remove emissions considerations from all council decisions and consents and prioritise value for money.

    Stop wasting ratepayers' money on emissions cuts and focus on core local services rather than climate activism.