

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.
Start a monthly have your say survey on core services and publish the results.
Launch a youth council to advise on policies affecting young people.
Expand apprenticeships, cadetships and internships for local talent.
Host pop-up board on the street stalls at markets, sports events and community days.
Partner with iwi and hapū on local environmental, cultural and heritage initiatives.
Advocate to council for stronger decision-making powers for community boards.
Start a monthly have your say survey on core services and publish the results.
Launch a youth council to advise on policies affecting young people.
Expand apprenticeships, cadetships and internships for local talent.
Host pop-up board on the street stalls at markets, sports events and community days.
Partner with iwi and hapū on local environmental, cultural and heritage initiatives.
Advocate to council for stronger decision-making powers for community boards.
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