Ngā kaitono kahika 2025Mayoral candidates 2025

Mayor

Candidate statement

I stand for clear principles: Every person is their own property; The fruits of your labour are your property; You may use your property freely, provided you do not damage another’s property; If damage occurs, you must fully compensate the damage; Always act honourably and in good faith. The proper role of government is limited to managing Public Goods and Natural Monopolies - those essential services which markets alone cannot efficiently provide. These include: National and Local Defence; A fair Justice System; Emergency Services; Infrastructure that supports all of us. I will stand firmly against government overreach, wasteful spending, and unjust interference in your life and livelihood. Auckland deserves leadership that defends your freedoms, respects your property, and delivers only what is necessary - nothing more. Vote John Alcock for rational, principled leadership.

Mayor

Fix Auckland

Candidate statement

Hi voters! Three years ago, Aucklanders entrusted me with their support for my five key policies: Stopping Wasteful Spending, Finishing Our Big Projects, Taking Back Control of our CCOs, Speeding Up Traffic with Smart IT, and Making the Most of our Harbours. I'm proud to say we've made real progress on all fronts. Plus, your council now boasts a Future Fund and Sustainable Finances, all while delivering the lowest municipal rate rises in New Zealand! I am seeking another three years to lock in the savings and complete my policies, especially fixing Auckland Transport, once I get control of AT as promised by the government. So, please vote me back in as Mayor to finish the job and Fix Auckland!

Mayor

Candidate statement

Eric Chuah former party strategist and electorate candidate for United NZ Hon. Peter Dunne who won the seat of Ohariu-Belmont in Wellington, and former candidate for a centrist party for Auckland seat of Maungakiekie (2023 elections) will be running for the Auckland Mayoralty, Ward (North Shore), and Kaipatiki Local Board. Dr. Eric Chuah as Independent candidate, combines academic teaching/research in psychology, sociology and business, policy development for Immigration policy(legislated in German Parliament 2020). with problem-solving consulting experience. He will provide pragmatic Action Plans to create and implement strategic vision for better delivery of local council services, minimize increase in rates, reduce unnecessary council spending and ensure safer policing and noise control for local residents and businesses. As a Lion Clubs/RSA member, he states, 'Serving locally requires a balanced nonpartisan approach eschewing left/right politics focused on cost savings, fair and positive outcomes for all Aucklanders.'

Mayor

Independent

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Multi-ethnic, multi-cultural Auckland must be a society of racial equality. One person, one vote majoritarian democracy respecting the rights of minorities must be the rule. Auckland Council must embody these fundamental principles of modern liberal democratic civilisation. In particular, Auckland Council should not promote or entrench Maori minoritarian objectives or tribal agendas over and above any others in the community. For example, Auckland Council ought not enter a joint committee established under the Local Government Act 2002 for the management of the Waitakere Ranges Heritage Area that is comprised of 50% public interest representation from Auckland Council and the Crown (Department of Conservation), on the one hand, and 50% Maori tribal private interest representation, on the other hand. The Waitakere Ranges can be perfectly managed in perpetuity to benefit their natural endowments and all Aucklanders without such oppressive, anti-democratic public-private partnership (PPP) gerrymandering. If you agree, vote for Michael Coote.

Mayor

Independent

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We need a Mayor who will solve Auckland's problems, and make it the best city it can be. Our biggest problems include transport /congestion, Housing cost/shortage, water/waste, rates rises, rogue CCO's, red tape, wastage, overspending, incompetence and poor accountability. I will: Focus council on it's core responsibilities and services.eg infrastructure; create a world class rail network linking the entire city, airport and north shore; ship goods at night via rail; cut motorway congestion by making public transport cheap, efficient and reliable; sort out the ports; revitalise the inner city by allowing easier access; prevent begging/sleeping on our streets; make Auckland safe again; freeze rates; cut red tape; stop wastage, incompetence and corruption. I am married with children, born and raised in Auckland. A lawyer with the skills and knowledge to solve Auckland's problems. If you remember nothing else remember this. 'I will solve Auckland's problems.'

Mayor

Candidate statement

It’s time for change and effective leadership for our region. Auckland needs a new leader who will stand up for Aucklanders and is accessible across all communities. A Mayor who is hardworking, and accountable in planning for now and future generations. I'm a proud Aucklander ready to tackle the big issues for our region. Traffic congestion, reliable transport, water infrastructure, affordable housing, homelessness and cost of living. I've served on council for 6 years as Local Board Deputy Chair and Ward Councillor. I’ll work hard to achieve value for money, keeping rates below double digits and not just sit in the ivory tower. I bring business experience in property investment and running my own consultancy in the UK. I'm a qualified economist and community leader. My policies will future proof Auckland as a greener, safer, more liveable region for all. Let’s Get Auckland Moving Vote Kerrin Leoni for Mayor

Mayor

Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ

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The world is in crisis - war, climate chaos, and systems treating animals and humans and environment as expendable. The change we need starts locally, in how we live, protect animals, and care for our shared home. Vote for Rob McNeil, Animal Justice Party – Animals. Environment. People. Everything is connected. Cruelty to animals and destruction of nature harm us all. Local councils shape how we build, move, and protect life. Animals must be central in those decisions. We’re fighting for: No live exports through our ports; Mandatory funded desexing of dogs and cats; Funded animal rescues and sanctuaries; Respect for Te Tiriti; Food gardens, native planting, thriving biodiversity; Low rates and efficient governance; Better public transport for all species; Clean waters and green spaces - rewilding for climate resilience. Vote for Rob McNeil, Animal Justice Party. Let’s build communities that protect animals - and us.

Mayor

Candidate statement

Voter demographic: Intellectuals/Technology+/Environmentalists Age:47 Birth place: Auckland From: Kohimarama Effective years public service: 20 Objectives Mowed berms - A change in logic to economy and economic logic. Transportation metrics - Executively manage the restoration of roading flow metrics. Second bridge crossing - Executively manage a second bridge crossing, including bikes, E-board/E-modem. Strategic carparking buildings: Entry points CBD/conduit points/ Short term repairs to transportation metric 20% within 12 months Removal: Unnecessary traffic lights. Halted installation of last century technologies: Speed bumps. Upgrade last century traffic lights/pedestrian light sequencing. Reinstate hundreds of city car spaces left un-utilised. Artificial surf breaks: East coast bays / west coast. Contactless scallop dredge technology, ban seabed dredging. Recall of scallop dredges. Flooding wind-back caused by recent housing intensification. Gorse management: Council berms/land/farmland. Grose gun technology. Free fencing of waterways on farmland. Lithium battery recycling. Recycling 100% of recyclable waste. www.ryanformayor.co.nz

Mayor

Candidate statement

Change should never increase the struggles people face. Improvement is not improvement if it does not alleviate the harsh strains that are present in the lives of the people that call this city home. Tāmaki Makaurau is filled with incredible minds. With your support, I intend not to be the 'face' of Auckland, but the hands of the people. If elected, I plan to push forward changes that give power to your voices. To grow communities by providing everyone the ability to engage with each other in the ways they feel most comfortable and most included. Life should not be a spectator sport. Thank you for your support. Ngā mihi nui, Jason Pieterse

Mayor

Independent

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As a proud father and experienced engineer, I’m standing for Mayor to bring practical, solutions-focused leadership to Auckland. With a strong background in the private sector, I understand the importance of accountability, innovation, and delivering results. My engineering training taught me how to solve complex problems a skill our city urgently needs. I’ve worked on transformative projects and led teams that have delivered world class products and I believe Auckland deserves the same efficiency and transparency in its leadership. As a parent, I want a city that works not just for us today, but for our children tomorrow with safe communities, reliable transport, and sustainable growth. I’m not a career politician. I’m someone who rolls up their sleeves, listens, and gets things done. Together, we can build a city that works for everyone. I’m ready to serve, and I’m asking for your support.

Mayor

Independent

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Mayoral candidate Wakeman has last lived on the North Shore. Wakeman did his commercial pilot's license at Ardmore Airport. Worked as a contract pilot in Singapore. 21/09/17 Wakeman took a pipeline resolution to the Auckland Airport AGM. Wakeman complained to TVNZ, BSA, RNZ. Approximately 2 million Ukranian and Russians dead. Approximately 80% of the deaths in WW2 were Russian and Chinese. Israel is breaching international law by starving Palestinians to death. USA must recognise Palestine in the UN, stop supplying funding and weapons to Israel. NZ Government must follow international law not enabling genocide. Questioning funding, of the Five Eyes spy network. Spending more money on defence when Palestinians, women and children are being killed, starved, bombed, shot with insufficient housing in NZ is unacceptable. RBNZ debt free money. Wakeman opposes the fluoridation of water as it raises serious mental health questions. Accountability is needed for Auckland's water.

Mayor

Independent

Candidate statement

I stand for Parliament with a heart full of 'Aroha' a Spirit grounded in tika, and a vision of a better 'Aotearoa' for all. I honour the Whenua, the people and the Whakapapa of this land. I am here not for 'Power' but for 'Purpose' to be a 'Voice for the Voiceless' and a protector of the Sacred. Our Kuia and Kaumatua should not live in poverty, our babies should not go hungry. No Whanau should be without shelter, safety or hope. I will fight to end homelessness and uplift our most vulnerable - not with charity but with justice. I walk with and for our Rainbow Communities who deserve not just tolerance, but true belonging & celebration. I believe in Building a Nation where Compassion, Dignity, Equanimity, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Humility and Aroha are not just values - they are policies in action. I will honour the Treaty of Waitangi.

Ko Tarakeha Te Maunga, Ko Hokianga Te Awa, Ko Aupōri to Hapū, Ko Tumoana te Marae, Ko Nukuuwhitu te Rangatira, Ko Ngatokimatawhaora te Waka, Ko Denise Martin-Widdison toku Ingoa, Ko Lloyd Widdison tōkū hōa Tāne, Ko Beaudene, raua ko Miguel aka tama mātāmua, Ko Portia tōkū Pōtiki. Kei Konei au mō te huringa - hei whakakore i te Koretake o tē Kāinga, te pōharatanga, me te tiaki i ō tātou Kaumatua, pepe me ngā whānau katoa. Ka Tū au mō ngā hapori Āniwaniwa, me te runga e rapu ana i te Manaakitanga, te Ngakau Tapa tahi me te tōkeke. Ka Whakahonore au i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā kā ārahi mā te whakarongo, te maia me te Ngākau pono.