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The battle for mayoralty is a public affair with little power for the victor.
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'Literally a nightmare' - Leo Molloy bows out of Auckland mayoral race to prevent Labour win
Molloy said he had to resign as a "stare down" descended on crowded right candidates.
Local Focus: Helen Craig on Candidate Camera
Helen Craig is running again for Whanganui District Council.
Local Focus: Rawinia Parata on Candidate Camera
Rawinia Parata is a candidate for the Gisborne District Council.
Local Focus: Rawinia Parata on Candidate Camera
Meet Rawinia Parata, candidate for Gisborne District Council.
'Face of democracy... is going to change': Wāhine Māori challenge mayoral seats
A number of Māori women have put their hats in the ring to become mayor.
Topp twin Dame Lynda to run for Ashburton District Council seat in upcoming Local Body Elections
Dame Lynda Topp has put her hat in the ring for the upcoming Local Body Elections.
Local Focus: Larry Foster on Candidate Camera
Meet Gisborne District Council candidate Larry Foster.
Capital punishment? The election debate held at a funeral home
It's unclear if the traditional water pistols will be used.
The great website switcheroo: Young Nat confirms 'unfortunate' link to fake Efeso Collins web address
Tristram Speedy says he now needs to 'consult with a few guys'.
Former National MP Nick Smith eyes Nelson mayoralty
The veteran politician retired from Parliament in June 2021.
Mayoral candidate Kalaadevi Ananda retracts claim she won an Emmy
The newest candidate accepted responsibility for confusion after saying she won an Emmy.
Mayoral contest website antics: Efeso Collins and Craig Lord online address links to adversary
But Leo Molloy says it's not the sort of behaviour he would ever approve of.
Simon Wilson: Wayne Brown, Leo Molloy locked in absurd wedge politics
OPINION: Some of Auckland's leading mayoral candidates are saying the strangest things.
Auckland mayoral candidate Leo Molloy, campaign chair part ways
June McCabe says Leo Molloy needs to go for it until the finish line.
Mayoral candidate Wayne Brown slams rival's 'disgusting' TV stunt
Wayne Brown says people want a politician to run the city - not a comedian.
Aspiring Māori politicians encouraged to stand for council
Election by postal vote is on September 16-October 8.
'Labour doesn't rate him': Wellington Mayoral announcement met with scorn
Eagle announced on Monday that he is running for Wellington Mayor.
'Speed dating': The first Auckland mayoral debate with leading candidates
Ted Johnston used the debate to promote his co-leadership of the New Conservative Party.
'Speed dating': Mayoral debate - candidates reveal Ports of Auckland preferences
One issue that drew interesting responses was what to do with Ports of Auckland.
'Get ready for change': Dave Letele throws hat in local elections ring
From the boxing ring to community leader, Dave Letele says the time has come.
Activist and councillor Sophie Handford seeks re-election
Sophie Handford is seeking re-election on the Paekākāriki-Raumati Ward in Kāpiti.
Leo Molloy closing his waterfront bar to focus on mayoral bid
Molloy is going on the road in his campaign bus on June 1.
Public submissions on Rotorua Māori wards bill extended
A further two weeks has been added for submissions on Rotorua Māori wards bill.
DHB board member roles scrapped three months before term ends
Time is ticking for DHB board members who won't be needed come July 1.
Goff tipped to bow out of politics, support rising star for mayoralty
Phil Goff will announce his plans in the "coming weeks".
Chlöe Swarbrick: Let's focus next mayoral election on housing and climate
With overseas dreams on hold, let's make Auckland the place to live our best lives.
McDouall will seek third term in 2022
The 53-year-old has thrown his hat in the ring for what he says would be his final term.
Shane Te Pou: How do we engage voters with local body politics?
OPINION: Reforms are a chance to revitalise and turn the tide against apathy.
Three Māori ward councillors a step closer for Hastings
A Hastings District Council shakeup adding Māori ward councillors is a step closer.
Watch: Duelling HBRC candidates front up
Tom Belford might appear to be an easy favourite. But the last vote didn't go his way.
Invercargill's unlikely deputy mayor: 'I don't care if other councillors like me or not'
Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt labelled him 'Brutus' in widely publicised falling out.
Horizons consulting on Māori wards
Horizons Regional Council are seeking submissions on whether to establish a Māori ward.
Meet the fascinating candidates running to represent a South Auckland community
Six candidates - six contrasting views on South Auckland's most pressing issues.