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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Lotu Fuli
Why I'm standing
I am proud of our beautiful, super diverse city. I want to see our diverse communities celebrated, represented and heard in the shaping of our city. I believe we can face the future together and build a better, more inclusive and resilient city for us all to live and thrive together, honouring Tangata Whenua and safeguarding the environment for our mokopuna.
About me
I am a qualified lawyer and academic with a proven track record in leadership and good governance. I have served my community at the grassroots level during COVID and the floods. I believe my academic prowess, shrewd negotiation skills and compassion for our community enable me to boldly represent the voices of the Manukau community at the decision-making table – often in the face of extreme pressure. Yet I have never faltered or buckled.
My priorities
- Change the mayor's funding model so that no Manukau local board has a shortfall of $1m - $1.5m
- Fund animal management and desexing to address dog control issues in Manukau and South Auckland.
- Empower communities to build resilience against future floods, weather events and the climate crisis.
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