7 Days meets Back Benches at election event

Labour candidate Kiri Allan, left, local councillor Nandor Tanczos, Labour candidate Tamati Coffey and Green MP Gareth Hughes.

Kawerau locals are preparing to face off against a panel of Parliamentary candidates and local councillors in an event urging young people to vote in this year's election.

The "Do you even vote?" event aimed to encourage 18-29-year-olds to have their say on election day and promises to be a battle of wits.

"Think 7 Days meets Back Benches," said organiser Jacqueline Godfery.

Participating will be local councillor Nandor Tanczos, Labour candidates Tamati Coffey and Kiri Allan, and Green MP Gareth Hughes.

"This is a chance for everyone to meet the candidates, enrol and have their say on the issues that matter. Plus it'll be fun and we have a box of prizes up for grabs," she said.

"Families and older people are also welcome to attend."

The event is Friday September 8 from 5-7pm at the Kawerau Concert Chambers.