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Has Tory Whanau's experience put women off running for mayor?
There are no female candidates in Wellington's mayoral race this year.
Former reality TV star running for Wellington City Council
Teal Mau and wife Sophia appeared in My Kitchen Rules in 2017.
Watch: Desley Simpson rules out Auckland mayoral bid
Simpson has been considering whether to challenge Brown in the October vote.
'Not just a pretty face': Auckland reality TV star to fight crime through local politics
She advocates for free cat desexing and microchipping in Auckland.
'Pillorying colleagues': Wellington's Observer warns about party politics on council
A leaked memo warns councillors against “replicating Parliamentary party politics".
‘Crescendo’ of calls to run for mayor ‘persuaded me’ - Andrew Little
The former Labour leader vows to 'knit the whole council together'.
Andrew Little formally launches mayoralty campaign
The former Labour leader earlier said he wanted at least two terms in the city's top job.
'Critical election': The six men vying to be Wellington’s next mayor
One candidate believes Wellington is dying.
Long-serving regional councillor resigns
Her resignation won't trigger a byelection; the seat stays vacant until October.
Watch: Banana-clad mayoral hopeful talks about his recent arrest, plans for Wellington
The Wellington Live owner said he would "clean the floor" with Andrew Little in the race.
Mayoral candidate arrested for failing to stop for police
Graham Bloxham has described the incident as an 'absolutely crazy experience'.
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.
Tararua mayor set to be challenged for top spot by a councillor
Tracey Collis is facing a challenge for the top position from Scott Gilmore.
Listen: 'Full of ****' – Mayoral hopeful's 'fancy lunch' sparks outrage
Councillor Ray Chung is under fire for skipping a 'vital' meeting for lunch with donors.
'I can win': Andrew Little confirms bid for Wellington mayoralty
He aims to invest in parks, pools, and libraries and support small businesses.
Previously withheld polling reveals who Wellingtonians are backing for mayor
Tory Whanau says the poll isn't her focus.
Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry won't run again
Barry says he’s been thinking about it for a year and has ruled out a run for Parliament.
Wayne Brown apologises to his deputy for ‘Lamborghini’ comment
Despite mayor's apology, Desley Simpson has still not decided if she will run for mayor.
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.