Local elections 2025: Whangārei waits: Mayoral rivals’ lead switch in election race nail-biter
Couper said in the wake of the switch that he was pleased to have moved into first place.…
Auckland election upset as Victoria Short breaks once-unshakeable Albany alliance
A disappointed Walker cited the Fix Auckland campaign and Short’s more effective use of social media as decisive…
Western Bay local election: Māori ward councillor disappointed by poll result
“We’ve only really got three years to ensure that our voices are heard for the benefit of all…
Vote 2025 local elections: Rotorua mayoral and election results interactive map
Each local election involves multiple races. Everyone in a city or district has the option to vote for…
Vote 2025 local elections: Northland mayoral and election results interactive map
Each local election involves multiple races. Everyone in a city or district has the option to vote for…
Central Hawke’s Bay election results: Will Foley the new mayor
“Congratulations to Will and the new council. The organisation and I are looking forward to working alongside the…
Local elections 2025: Follow all the election results as they come in
Council voting systems Both the Northland Regional Council and Kaipara District Council use First Past the Post (FPP).…
Wellington business confidence survey shows leaders pessimistic, unhappy with council
Wellington City Council’s business support, or lack thereof, drew strong reaction from the business leaders. When it came…
Kaipara election hoardings vandalised amid rising abuse of local politicians
Kaipara Mayor Craig Jepson rejected the claim, saying he promoted equal opportunities and “equal fair treatment”. Jepson, who…
Far North election candidate told to ask media for council’s policy view
After replacing his sign and warning FNDC not to interfere further, Natusch received an email from the council’s…
Hawke’s Bay local election turnout: Hastings slowest, Wairoa strongest so far
“In simple terms, if you don’t vote, you can’t really complain about future decisions.” The region with the…
‘We’re the slowest folk on planet’ – Luxon on key election process
‘We’re the slowest folk on planet’ – Luxon on key election process ZB Choose a region Shows Slide…