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UPDATE: final results delayed due to unprecendented volume of special votes
Thousands more votes counted in Auckland local elections
On Saturday morning more than 68,500 votes were cast, bringing Auckland’s voter turnout to 28.8 percent.
Voting closed for Auckland local elections
The last-minute flurry of Aucklanders dropping their votes is now over as the clock has struck midday, with council staff sealing all vote boxes across the region.
UPDATE: newcomers and close calls in councillor's race announced
First glimpse of Auckland local elections results – who’s leading?
The news that many Aucklanders have been eager to hear.
Brenda Brady steps down after 24 years
After more than two decades of service, Brenda says it’s time to make way for the next generation of leaders.
Farewell to Liz Manley
Waitākere Ranges Local Board member Liz Manley is stepping down after three years of service.
The countdown is on: local election voting closes soon
Find out what happens after voting closes and how to find out who wins.
Stuck on who to vote for in Auckland local elections?
Here are some suggestions to consider when swiping through candidates in the online catalogue.
The formidable Sandra Coney steps down after 24 years
Sandra Coney is stepping down after 24 years of public service.
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