Ōrākei 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.
Consult and engage with all communities, however decision making powers and voting rights must rest solely with elected representatives.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly regardless of race, ancestry or other factors.
Enhance transparency and accountability and uphold the right to free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can be heard.
End all race-based policies across council so every resident is treated equally, fairly and without political or cultural preference.
Oppose any move to give unelected iwi representatives voting rights as decisions must remain solely with democratically elected members.
Uphold free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can meet and access facilities without censorship, bias or exclusion.
Strengthen public engagement by being transparent and accessible, ensuring residents' voices are genuinely heard in decision-making.
Treat all residents equally and oppose unelected members having voting rights, while seeking input from all communities, including Māori.
Uphold free speech and fairness so community groups can use local venues and services with transparent booking and no political bias.
Consult and engage with all communities, however decision making powers and voting rights must rest solely with elected representatives.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly regardless of race, ancestry or other factors.
Enhance transparency and accountability and uphold the right to free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can be heard.
End all race-based policies across council so every resident is treated equally, fairly and without political or cultural preference.
Oppose any move to give unelected iwi representatives voting rights as decisions must remain solely with democratically elected members.
Uphold free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can meet and access facilities without censorship, bias or exclusion.
Strengthen public engagement by being transparent and accessible, ensuring residents' voices are genuinely heard in decision-making.
Treat all residents equally and oppose unelected members having voting rights, while seeking input from all communities, including Māori.
Uphold free speech and fairness so community groups can use local venues and services with transparent booking and no political bias.
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