Waiheke 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 mana whenua as primary stakeholder of land and water work across the motu.
Create regular weekday evening engagement with kai and childcare in varying Waiheke locations to listen to residents' issues and concerns.
Incorporate more voices into democratic process, including marginalised and immigrant communities, aged and rangatahi populations.
Advocate persistently and build strong relationships with Auckland Council and central government to secure fair funding for Waiheke.
Empower the local board to have more control over local assets and direct more council spending to on-island businesses.
Push for a fairer funding model for the local board that allows for funds to be ring-fenced for community needs.
Use the local board as a platform for community voices, not bureaucracy.
Advocate in plain language, hold open hui and make decisions accessible to all.
Use online and text surveys so more locals can help shape decisions.
Consult mana whenua as primary stakeholder of land and water work across the motu.
Create regular weekday evening engagement with kai and childcare in varying Waiheke locations to listen to residents' issues and concerns.
Incorporate more voices into democratic process, including marginalised and immigrant communities, aged and rangatahi populations.
Advocate persistently and build strong relationships with Auckland Council and central government to secure fair funding for Waiheke.
Empower the local board to have more control over local assets and direct more council spending to on-island businesses.
Push for a fairer funding model for the local board that allows for funds to be ring-fenced for community needs.
Use the local board as a platform for community voices, not bureaucracy.
Advocate in plain language, hold open hui and make decisions accessible to all.
Use online and text surveys so more locals can help shape decisions.
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