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Editorial: Tory Whanau made the right call to not seek re-election
OPINON: Whanau became a lighting rod nationally for the failures of local government.
'Still a contest': Little not taking Wellington mayoralty for granted
Whanau says she's giving Little a clear run, but he says the election isn't a done deal.
Greens back Tory Whanau for second term as Wellington mayor
Whanau admitted in Feb she 'wasn’t being Green' by supporting some controversial policies.
Tauranga byelection: Q&As with the five candidates
Voting for Tauranga's new Māori ward councillor begins on Monday.
‘It’s time!‘: Wellington businessman announces mayoral bid
Karl Tiefenbacher narrowly lost a byelection last year by 45 votes.
‘Time for a clean-out’: Act reveals major election move
David Seymour is expected to speak to media later about the announcement.
Mayoral races heat up: Can Whanau and Brown get a second term?
First-term mayors in our biggest cities have all confirmed they're up for round two.
Auckland councillors start revealing re-election plans - but others stay tight-lipped
Many councillors are still weighing their options on whether they'll run.
Mayoral challenge? Desley Simpson testing Wayne Brown’s patience, insiders say
Simpson says she's not interested in intrigue by alleged insiders.
Farmer puts his hand up for Hastings mayor, says HB Tourism is not a priority
Staff have found savings, but councillors have voted to spend, Buddo says.
Editorial: Tory Whanau risking it all on a golden gamble
Months of road works will lead into this year's election.
Man killed by three vehicles on motorway a ‘decent person’ with troubled past
Joshua Love: failed businessman, political candidate, criminal, but mourned by family.
The economist who wants to be Auckland’s first Māori mayor
Auckland councillor Kerrin Leoni opposes the sale of strategic assets like airport shares.
'Desley for mayor': Simpson not ruling out Auckland mayoralty bid, campaign website registered
Simpson told the Herald it was a 'bit soon' to make a decision.
Analysis: Familiar face causes a stir in Wellington’s mayoral race
Justin Lester says he doesn't intend to run for the mayoralty again but won't rule it out.
'Time for a change': Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate not running for re-election in October
In a Facebook post, Southgate announced that it was time for a change.
Division, abuse and rates pain: Local politics year in review
2024 saw clashes between central and local government.
TCDC councillor puts hand up for mayoralty
First-term councillor believes he has the passion and skills the district needs.
Tory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'
The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.
Who is challenging Tory Whanau for Wellington’s mayoralty?
High-profile names have been rumoured, with one prominent Wellingtonian not ruling it out.
Simon Wilson: Auckland election - here's $350, will you vote for us?
OPINION: It may be legal to pay voters but that doesn't make it right, says Simon Wilson.
Why NZ needs to decide what it wants from local government – Jeffrey McNeill
OPINION: Debate on local government's role resurfaces, highlighting current flaws.
Māori Wards: Councils resentful about funding a poll put on them by coalition’s agenda
Councils face huge costs while also being asked to pare down spending.
Local councils to vote on challenge to Māori ward polling rule
FNDC Mayor Moko Tepania will support a challenge to a rule around Māori ward polling.
Hamilton City Council welcomes newest member
Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward councillor Maria Huata was sworn in on Tuesday.
Nanaia Mahuta: Active participation in democracy means being counted, being a voice
OPINION: We are being taken back to the bad old days.
What you need to know about Māori wards
Councils that established Māori wards without a referendum may have to scrap them.