(Note below are policies first for those candidates who have listed information with us - the rest can be found at policy.nz - thank you to Policy NZ who have granted permission for us to reproduce the information below)

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.

• Introduce within three months of election a direct contact technology that allows the community direct and visible access to their councillor.
• Commit to keeping council focused on its basic deliverables as defined in law.
• Deliver the aspirations of the entire community through amenity available to all, no matter Māori, Pākehā or from elsewhere.

• Utilise online tools and social media apps, improving youth and public engagement by reaching more community members.
• Represent diverse communities by supporting a wider range of diverse candidates and community groups.
• Focus on solutions and practical outcomes that are based on community feedback and need.

• Ensure effective accountability across council CCOs including Auckland Transport, Watercare, Tipuna Maunga Authority and Hauraki Gulf Forum.
• Enable more local decision-making in council that is more directly accountable to the community.
• Increase emphasis on efficiency and effectiveness across council operations especially as it goes to project delivery and value for money.

For all candidate responses on local democracy visit policy.nz