Hibiscus and Bays Local Board
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.
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.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly.
Oppose voting rights for unelected iwi representatives and ensure decisions rest with elected councillors.
Uphold free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can access them without bias.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly.
Oppose voting rights for unelected iwi representatives as decisions must rest with elected councillors.
Uphold free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can access them without bias and allow for opposing opinions.
Champion ethnic community voices by involving them in planning, events and decision-making, shaping our Coast's future.
Strengthen public engagement through regular forums, clear updates and genuine consultation on decisions that affect our Coast.
Support representation and partnership to honour all cultures and ensure local decisions reflect shared community values.
Hold regular community forums to ensure residents' voices are heard and valued in decision-making.
Improve transparency by making council processes, spending and decisions more accessible to the public.
Strengthen Māori engagement and representation to honour Te Tiriti and local iwi partnerships.
Host forums to discuss reforms, gather feedback via surveys and advocate for transparent, inclusive decision-making.
Involve community groups to make informed decisions on complex policy issues to reflect a broad range of community perspectives.
Promote events widely, host forums, listen to feedback and partner with local groups to boost public engagement.
Advocate for an investigation of the local board boundary to ensure communities of interest are included in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.
Continue identifying specific communities that lack engagement with local decisions to ensure all voices are heard in decision making.
Ensure clear community consultation is always held on the most important local decisions and issues that impact the community.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly.
Oppose voting rights for unelected iwi representatives and ensure decisions rest with elected councillors.
Uphold free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can access them without bias.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly.
Oppose voting rights for unelected iwi representatives as decisions must rest with elected councillors.
Uphold free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can access them without bias and allow for opposing opinions.
Champion ethnic community voices by involving them in planning, events and decision-making, shaping our Coast's future.
Strengthen public engagement through regular forums, clear updates and genuine consultation on decisions that affect our Coast.
Support representation and partnership to honour all cultures and ensure local decisions reflect shared community values.
Hold regular community forums to ensure residents' voices are heard and valued in decision-making.
Improve transparency by making council processes, spending and decisions more accessible to the public.
Strengthen Māori engagement and representation to honour Te Tiriti and local iwi partnerships.
Host forums to discuss reforms, gather feedback via surveys and advocate for transparent, inclusive decision-making.
Involve community groups to make informed decisions on complex policy issues to reflect a broad range of community perspectives.
Promote events widely, host forums, listen to feedback and partner with local groups to boost public engagement.
Advocate for an investigation of the local board boundary to ensure communities of interest are included in the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.
Continue identifying specific communities that lack engagement with local decisions to ensure all voices are heard in decision making.
Ensure clear community consultation is always held on the most important local decisions and issues that impact the community.
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