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12 Questions: John Tamihere on faith, resilience and redemption

John Tamihere says his Catholic faith has helped him through the tough times.

Local Focus: Mayoral candidate says the Mount is no longer safe

Chris Stokes is pushing for a stronger police presence. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Curtis will 'challenge the status quo'

"You shouldn't get things wrong with ratepayers' money". Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Tino rangatiratanga to Tauranga council

We need to help whānau vote, Munn says. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Goff vs Tamihere - who's best for business?

Mayoral Debate: Goff v Tamihere - Who's got the goods for Auckland business?

Revealed: The five most sought-after jobs in local politics

The most competitive jobs in local politics aren't necessarily the highest paid.

Local Focus: 18yo council candidate there for his generation

Think about us when making decisions says candidate. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

3-hour commute each way for councillor and mayoral candidate

It's working well, says mayoral candidate Rob Kent. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: From Congo to Council

Candidate brings diversity to the Palmerston North mayoral race. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local elections: Council hopefuls waging a quiet war in Waitematā

More of the same but done better, or something different? Auckland's Waitematā contest.

'Ridiculous': $1.8m proposal for 380m boardwalk

A raised coastal boardwalk through mangroves has been labelled "undeliverable".

Local Focus: Rural candidate takes a dig at incumbents

You need to be able to read and understand your agendas. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Labour Party local body candidate accused of sexism

Angela Dalton said regrettably the views of the candidate still exist in politics.

Labour and National fight in Maungakiekie-Tāmaki ward

The addition of Ellerslie and St Johns into the ward favours the right.

Local Focus: Teacher scores council 7/10

School's out for John Paul College teacher. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Iwi leader and energy healer for DHB and council

Candidate wants people to know their neighbours. Made with funding from NZ On Air.