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“I just couldn’t quite believe it, but I’m pleased with everything we’ve done through the campaign, and I…

“There’s a saying in Te Ao Māori; ‘he kanohi kitea’ [seeing is believing]. “I’m excited the people have…

“This is my fifth term, and historically all around the country, when you have been in for a…

A long-time broadcaster, sports commentator, and former councillor, Laban has been a visible advocate for inclusion, youth opportunity,…

“Over the last couple of years, our council has gone off on little tangents and we really haven’t…

“My campaign team and I have run a clean and positive campaign, which was incredibly important to us.…

Allan Sole and Rodney Joyce have been re-elected as Katikati-Waihī Beach Ward councillors. Newcomer Graeme Elvin will join…

“I anticipate the swearing-in will take place about a week from now,” he said. New Hamilton Mayor Tim…

While subject to change, progress results have Tapsell holding a giant lead over her two nearest candidates, councillors…

“This election was about what kind of community we want to be. “Together, we chose to look forward…

Bell, 26, has received 2917 votes compared to 1270 for his sole opponent, Gore businesswoman Nicky Davis. The…

“Congratulations to Will and the new council. The organisation and I are looking forward to working alongside the…

‘Couldn’t quite believe it’: New Central Hawke’s Bay’s Mayor Will Foley reflects on win