Local Democracy ReportingLarger nitrous oxide canisters spark fears from local leadersNine discarded nitrous oxide canisters, some as big as a soccer ball, have prompted calls in Manurewa for urgent regulation.Mary AfemataTue, 02 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingPasifika and Māori candidates rally for votes: ‘Our voices matter in local govt’Residents in Henderson-Massey are being urged to vote, as decisions are being made without their input.Mary AfemataMon, 01 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingSouth Auckland leaders decry ‘crumbs’ from Mayor's Fix It FundDespite calls for a $25 million increase to fully fund all proposed projects, councillors vote against it.Mary AfemataSat, 30 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingSewage overflows put Tāmaki Estuary health risks under scrutinyOne of Auckland’s most vulnerable waterways faces mounting pressure from sewage overflows, pollution and biodiversity loss, sparking calls for urgent action.Mary AfemataWed, 27 Aug
Local Democracy Reporting‘Fat, useless, plastic poly’: Candidates call out hoarding vandalismDamaged billboards are hitting female candidates’ pockets and exposing the racial and sexist abuse that still shadows Auckland’s local elections.Mary AfemataWed, 27 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingAuckland Mayor picks Howick event over mayoral debateKerrin Leoni says Wayne Brown is ducking accountability by missing the University of Auckland forum.Mary AfemataTue, 26 Aug
Local Democracy Reporting‘We should lament the loss of 19 doctors’: South Auckland hears expert's challengeDr Timoti Te Moke says barriers are costing South Auckland its future leaders.Mary AfemataMon, 25 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingLeaders push for fair share of Fix It FundLocal board officials say the $20 million fund is too small, warning youth risk missing out.Mary AfemataFri, 22 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingBreaking down comedy barriers: Pacific women stand and take the micAuckland Council’s funding has paved the way for the Va’ine Fresh programme to empower Pasifika wāhine.Mary AfemataThu, 21 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingAuckland residents want tougher action on rising illegal dumpingFrustrated by rubbish piling up in the parks and streets, Fagafeuō Tuigamala, of Māngere, is urging the local board to step up enforcement.Mary AfemataThu, 21 Aug
