

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.
Make democracy accessible, understandable and engaging – empower people to shape the future of Ngāruawāhia.
Champion Māori representation and engagement.
Support Māori representation and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Represent the whole community and ensure outcomes meet the needs of the community.
Support council staff to deliver what the community needs.
Make democracy accessible, understandable and engaging – empower people to shape the future of Ngāruawāhia.
Champion Māori representation and engagement.
Support Māori representation and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Represent the whole community and ensure outcomes meet the needs of the community.
Support council staff to deliver what the community needs.
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