NZ Local Elections 2025

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board

Ōtara Subdivision
The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of seven members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. three members will be elected from your area. 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 Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board election.

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Zak Tulua

Zak Tulua

Jarvis Tusini

Jarvis Tusini

Henrietta Devoe

Henrietta Devoe

ACT Local

Pele Nili

Pele Nili

Independent

Topou Folau

Topou Folau

Labour

Swanie Nelson

Swanie Nelson

Independent

Li'amanaia Lorenzo Kaisara

Li'amanaia Lorenzo Kaisara

Labour

Peresitene Tapumanaia

Peresitene Tapumanaia

Papatoetoe-Otara Action Team

Apulu Reece Autagavaia

Apulu Reece Autagavaia

Labour

Zak Tulua

Zak Tulua

Why I'm standing

My name is Zak Tulua, 22, a Samoan student raised in South Auckland. I'm running because it's time for young people to have a real say in decisions that affect our communities. Local issues matter to me because they impact my family, friends and neighbours, and I want South Auckland to thrive for everyone who calls it home, especially our next generation.

About me

I will make a great local board member because I am deeply connected to South Auckland Ōtara, having grown up here and experienced the challenges our communities face. As a 22-year-old Samoan student, I bring fresh energy, fresh perspectives and a passion for serving others. I am committed to listening to all voices, especially youth and Pasifika communities, and working collaboratively to make practical decisions that improve the lives of families, neighbours and future generations.

My priorities
  1. Amplify youth voices in local decision-making to ensure their perspectives shape community projects.
  2. Improve public transport to make getting to work, school and cultural hubs easier for Aotearoa.
  3. Support affordable, safe housing to ensure families can stay in South Auckland.
Residence

Otara

Age

22

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Why I'm standing

My name is Zak Tulua, 22, a Samoan student raised in South Auckland. I'm running because it's time for young people to have a real say in decisions that affect our communities. Local issues matter to me because they impact my family, friends and neighbours, and I want South Auckland to thrive for everyone who calls it home, especially our next generation.

About me

I will make a great local board member because I am deeply connected to South Auckland Ōtara, having grown up here and experienced the challenges our communities face. As a 22-year-old Samoan student, I bring fresh energy, fresh perspectives and a passion for serving others. I am committed to listening to all voices, especially youth and Pasifika communities, and working collaboratively to make practical decisions that improve the lives of families, neighbours and future generations.

My priorities
  1. Amplify youth voices in local decision-making to ensure their perspectives shape community projects.
  2. Improve public transport to make getting to work, school and cultural hubs easier for Aotearoa.
  3. Support affordable, safe housing to ensure families can stay in South Auckland.
Residence

Otara

Age

22

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