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New Zealand's unopposed politicians - and their salary bill

Hundreds of local politicians are elected unopposed to positions worth millions a year.

Local Focus: From Congo to Council

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

Local Focus: Crowded field for Hawke's Bay DHB election

The Hawke's Bay DHB election has a record field. 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.

Is JT's super harbour crossing vision really a bridge too far?

COMMENT: John Tamihere got sniggered at for his harbour bridge proposal. Why was that?

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.

Goff or Tamihere: CEOs pick their preferred Auckland mayor

The incumbent — Phil Goff. The challenger — John Tamihere.

Not a comfortable Coalition

Uncertainty is seen by company heads as being the biggest dampener on business confidence

Advantage in the long term

Taking the far-sighted approach will pay dividends.

Local Focus: Welcoming immigrants of all ages

Being welcome is the start of successful immigration. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Labour politician switches sides in battle for Whau ward

The Green Party is contesting Whau for the first time at the local body elections.

Matt Heath: Who doesn't love a monorail?

COMMENT: Mayoral hopeful wants to solve Auckland's transport woes.

Local Focus: Mayor reckons Palmerston North is thriving

"You're only as strong as your perceived weakest link". Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Heritage buildings and plants on the campaign trail

Council candidate Sharon Duff is big on housing. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Christchurch mayor breaks silence over complaints about councillor

Mayor Lianne Dalziel breaks silence over claims involving three young people.