Can Auckland count on you?

Voting papers are sent to enrolled voters between September 9 and 22 so they can choose Auckland’s champions.

In October, towns and cities across the country get a newly elected set of leaders to make decisions on important matters like regional and local budgets, public transport, infrastructure, rubbish collections, climate resilience, and so much more.

So, who will you pick to be your voice and represent your priorities for the Auckland region in these local elections?

Because if not you, then someone else will decide who calls the shots for Auckland.

A Meet the Candidates evening is scheduled for Tuesday, September 30, from 6pm to 9pm at the Redhill Community Centre at 163 Dominion Road, Red Hill, Papakura. Contact Bluespur Consulting for more information: zeprina@bluespurconsulting.co.nz.

In 2022, voter turnout for 76–80 year-olds was 62 per cent, nearly three times the 21 per cent of 26-35 year-olds who voted.

Find out which board and ward area your address is classified in, who is standing and what their priorities are for your area by browsing through the candidate catalogue at www.voteauckland.co.nz/candidates.

No papers? No problem. Visit voteauckland.co.nz for how to cast a special vote.
Voting closes at midday, Saturday, October 11.

• For Waikato elections, visit www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz/your-council/local-elections-2025 and www.waikatoregion.govt.nz/council/election.