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Voting packs are landing—have you checked your mailbox yet, whānau? 📬✨ If you’re enrolled, your voting papers should arrive between 9–22 September. If they haven’t shown up by then, you might need to cast a special vote so you don’t miss out on having your say. 🕒 Remember, you’ve got until midday, Saturday 11 October, to fill out your voting papers and return them. But don’t leave it to the last minute—get your vote sorted early! When you’re ready, you can either post your

Have you heard about special votes, but not sure if you need one? Here’s what you need to know! A special vote is for anyone who didn’t receive their voting pack or whose enrolment details aren’t up to date. You might need a special vote if: ✳️ You moved recently and didn’t update your address ✳️ You enrolled after 1 August ✳️ You’re on the unpublished roll ✳️ Your voting pack didn’t arrive or was lost The good news? 📍 You can still vote! Special votes make sure everyone ge

This local election, Whangārei voters are being asked a simple but powerful question: Do you want to keep Māori wards in our council? Voting YES means keeping Māori representation in our local decision-making, making sure tangata whenua have a strong voice on the issues that matter most—our whenua, our whānau, and our shared future. 🌿🤝 You’ll find this important referendum inside your postal voting pack, alongside your regular voting papers. Here’s what to do: ✅ Tick YES ✉️

Need a hand with your voting paper? Want your papers in braille or another accessible format? Your voice matters, and there’s support available to make sure your vote is counted. 🤲♿️ If you need help—whether it’s understanding your voting paper, accessing alternative formats, or making sure your vote is cast safely—reach out to your local regional council office. They can provide the right forms and assistance to fit your needs. 📞📝 Don’t let anything stop you from having y

🔎 Ever wondered who’s behind those campaign signs? Now’s your chance to find out! Come along and meet the faces behind the names, hear their plans for our community, and figure out who’s got your vote. This is your opportunity to ask questions, share your whakaaro, and make an informed choice for our future. Don’t just read the signs—get to know the people who want to represent you! #MeetTheCandidates #YourVoiceMatters #InformedVoting #CommunityConnections