Voting stats for 24 September 2025
Big friendly "Kia ora" to the 8,125 people who have voted in Whangarei District so far! We're stoked to see a strong start in our voting stats but there's still 87.9% of eligable voters who haven't ranked their candidates yet.
If you don't have your voting papers we can help you cast a Special Vote. Come and see us at Te Iwitahi (civic centre) or the Ruakākā service centre. We also have some Special Vote events, like on Saturday 4 October 2025 at the Elections Lounge in the central library.
Voting closes at noon on 11 October 2025 which sounds like ages but it's really not. Time to make some tough decisions and rank those candidates!
🤓 Find even more stats about the 67004 eligable voters in Whangarei District here: www.wdc.govt.nz...
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.5% Yes
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46.5% No
We want to know: Have you thought about cutting your insurance cover to save costs?
Senior business reporter Rob Stock tackles a big question many of us have wondered about: “What are the pros and cons of cutting back on insurance?”
So we’re curious… What are your thoughts on trimming your insurance cover? Have you ever considered it?
Want to dive deeper? Rob Stock has the full breakdown.
A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
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