Four candidates in by-election

Franklin Local Board’s by-election has drawn four contenders for its one vacant seat in the Wairoa subdivision.

Auckland Council says the candidates are Claire Alder (Team Franklin), Chris Caldwell and Nick Corlett (no affiliation), and Tom Van Der Laan (independent).

The by-election was triggered following the resignation of founding Franklin Local Board member Malcolm Bell in March. Chair Alan Cole said that over his 12 years of service, Bell had “consistently and positively contributed to the Franklin Local Board and has been a dedicated advocate for Wairoa subdivision communities.”

Dene Green previously announced his intention to stand in the by-election, following his unsuccessful Wairoa subdivision candidacy last year, but has opted to instead contest the Papakura electorate seat in this year’s general election.

The Wairoa subdivision includes the communities of Whitford, Brookby, parts of Alfriston, Beachlands, Maraetai, Clevedon, Ardmore, Hunua (including Ponga Road), Kawakawa Bay, Orere Point, Paparimu, Ararimu, parts of Ramarama, Drury South, and parts of Bombay.
Eligible voters in the Wairoa Subdivision can expect to receive voting papers in their letterboxes from May 11.

Voting opens on May 11 and closes at midday on Wednesday, June 10.

Candidate profiles will be available closer to the voting opening, so electors can learn more about candidates and their policies.