He pārongo mā te hunga pōti Information for voters
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Candidates in the 2025 local elections
Browse the candidates in your area and find out what they plan to do if elected this October.
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Confirmed list of 2025 candidates
A confirmed list of candidates for the 2025 local elections in each category plus their contact details.
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Who can vote and how to enrol
Make sure you are enrolled to vote in the 2025 local elections. Find out who can vote, how to enrol and check if you are on the electoral roll.
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Where to vote
Find your nearest location to drop-off your vote, enrol to vote or cast a special vote.
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'Meet your candidates' events
Get to know your local election candidates and find out about their priorities for Auckland.
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Why you should vote in the local elections
Read quick facts about the local elections, learn how elected members make decisions that affect you and your local community. Learn why voting is important.
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Translated voting instructions
Translated information for voters, including which positions you will be voting for, who is running for election and general voting guidelines.
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Accessible voting support
Find out about the range of services and resources Auckland Council provides to support disabled communities across the Auckland region.
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Pre-election Report 2025
Learn about the challenges that face Auckland in the lead up to the 2025 local elections.
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How to vote in local elections
Find out how to return your vote, what voting papers and vote boxes look like, how the winners are decided and more.
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How to cast a special vote
If you are travelling during the voting period or do not receive a voting pack when they are sent out, you may be eligible to cast a special vote.
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Overseas travel during the voting period
Find out what to do if you are travelling overseas during the voting period.
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Find your local board and ward
Find the local board and ward you will be voting in for the 2025 local elections, plus learn more about how they work.
Related topics
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Key dates for the 2025 local elections
Find out when voting starts, when election signs can go up and more.
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The difference between local and central government
The differences between local and central government, how their responsibilities are divided and who makes decisions about what.
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How local elections work
Take a closer look at how the local elections process works, including the Electoral Commission’s role.
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Information for candidates
Learn about campaign costs and spending limits, how to run a successful campaign and election sign rules.