

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.
Engage actively with the community on decisions and projects that affect them.
Insert the community board only in issues where board and council input is appropriate and helpful.
Include Ngāti Wheke and other cultural groups actively in all appropriate decisions and consultations.
Engage actively with the community on decisions and projects that affect them.
Insert the community board only in issues where board and council input is appropriate and helpful.
Include Ngāti Wheke and other cultural groups actively in all appropriate decisions and consultations.
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