44 candidates stand for Election in Whangārei District
We've got a big turnout of candidates for our local body elections!
Here's the full list of candidates by ward:
🔸 www.wdc.govt.nz...
Candidate registrations for the 2025 Local Elections closed at 12 noon on Friday 1 August, and with 44 nominations, numbers have exceeded those of the 2022 Local Elections.
Whangarei District Council Chief Executive Simon Weston says the increase in candidate numbers shows that local democracy is alive and well in our District.
"We have 14 seats to fill at Council, and it’s heartening to see 44 candidates come forward from our community," says Mr Weston.
"Every seat will be contested, with excellent diversity in the candidate list for 2025. We’re seeing more ‘first time’ candidates putting their hands up. We have candidates from all walks of life, backgrounds and skill sets."
"This is good news for local democracy and for our District, and I look forward to a stimulating elections campaign period."
Voting in local elections will run from 9 September through to midday 11 October.
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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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53.2% Yes
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46.8% 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.
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