Auckland Council
Local democracy
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 democracy
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.
Continue to support deliberative democracy programmes to engage meaningfully with diverse communities.
Continue to support advisory panels including the Pacific, ethnic, disability, youth, rainbow, seniors and rural panels.
Support initiatives to increase engagement and participation with Māori, Pasifika, ethnic, disability, rainbow and youth including voter turnout.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly.
Oppose voting rights for unelected iwi representatives and ensure decisions rest with elected councillors.
Uphold free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can access them without bias.
Ensure the council is vigilant in listening to the public.
Curtail excess expenses and allowances given to councillors whilst there is a cost of living crisis.
Enact parameters to measure how smoothly the council is running.
Continue to support deliberative democracy programmes to engage meaningfully with diverse communities.
Continue to support advisory panels including the Pacific, ethnic, disability, youth, rainbow, seniors and rural panels.
Support initiatives to increase engagement and participation with Māori, Pasifika, ethnic, disability, rainbow and youth including voter turnout.
End race-based policies across local government and treat every resident equally and fairly.
Oppose voting rights for unelected iwi representatives and ensure decisions rest with elected councillors.
Uphold free speech in council venues so lawful community groups can access them without bias.
Ensure the council is vigilant in listening to the public.
Curtail excess expenses and allowances given to councillors whilst there is a cost of living crisis.
Enact parameters to measure how smoothly the council is running.
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