Hastings mayoral front‑runner Wendy Schollum ‘cautiously optimistic’ on result
Buddo, who was 324 votes behind, on Sunday said he couldn’t concede until late votes were counted. Schollum…
Local elections 2025: The New Zealand mayoral races going down to the wire
Similarly, at the Whangārei District Council, incumbent Vince Cocurullo has just a 67-vote lead over Ken Couper. The…
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…
Hastings mayoral race – Wendy Schollum claims the win, but her closest rival hasn’t conceded
“This election was about what kind of community we want to be. “Together, we chose to look forward…
Error leads to $7000 painted mayoral portrait of Tory Whanau, rather than photo
In 2023, the Wellington City Council executive leadership team recommended photography should be used as the standard approach…
Call recording shows what Wellington City Council was told about secret files sold in old desk
When first contacted by the Herald about Morgan’s post on September 25, a council spokesman said officials made…
Rotorua mayoral hopeful Shakaina Fraser campaigns on housing, family and community
Referring to the cost of living and Rotorua’s homelessness issues, she said: “If we pay for rent, pay…
Rotorua council election: City’s reputation key issue in mayoral tourism debate
Quizzed on how to improve the city’s nightlife, Barrett said that in interactions across the country she had…
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau plans future run for Parliament, drops 2028 mayoral plans
“I think I’ll win it,” she said. “He is uri [a descendant], whereas I’m from Taranaki, so that…
Tubby Hansen seeks Christchurch mayoralty for 19th time in 2025 race
Former Christchurch Mayor Sir Hamish Hay with Queen Elizabeth II. Photo / Supplied In his debut mayoral campaign…
Western Bay mayoral race: Former CEO John Holyoake promotes partnership approach
John Holyoake finished at Western Bay of Plenty District Council in March after taking the chief executive job…