Whangārei District Council
Local democracy
Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.
Local democracy
Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.
Continue and expand advisory and informal public Q and A sessions to keep community voices part of council decision-making.
Make council decisions easier to follow with plain-language summaries, graphs and infographics shared online and on social media.
Pilot participatory budgeting projects so communities can directly decide how to spend part of the budget in their area.
Clearly understand and apply the difference between governance and management in all aspects of the role as a councillor.
Treat all citizens of Whangarei fairly, with the same dignity, good intention and respect regardless of their ethnic origins.
Ensure availability for members of the community to communicate on matters relating to local governance.
Continue livestreaming council meetings, publicising phone and email and responding to requests.
Continue welcoming communities project and liaise with multicultural leaders.
Ensure hapū engagement through Te Karearea and, if possible, Māori wards.
Create meaningful engagement pathways into council with community groups mentioned above.
Review internal operations and working environment of council to reflect engagement outcomes.
Support local leadership and representation.
Increase transparency and accountability.
Strengthen community engagement.
Continue and expand advisory and informal public Q and A sessions to keep community voices part of council decision-making.
Make council decisions easier to follow with plain-language summaries, graphs and infographics shared online and on social media.
Pilot participatory budgeting projects so communities can directly decide how to spend part of the budget in their area.
Clearly understand and apply the difference between governance and management in all aspects of the role as a councillor.
Treat all citizens of Whangarei fairly, with the same dignity, good intention and respect regardless of their ethnic origins.
Ensure availability for members of the community to communicate on matters relating to local governance.
Continue livestreaming council meetings, publicising phone and email and responding to requests.
Continue welcoming communities project and liaise with multicultural leaders.
Ensure hapū engagement through Te Karearea and, if possible, Māori wards.
Create meaningful engagement pathways into council with community groups mentioned above.
Review internal operations and working environment of council to reflect engagement outcomes.
Support local leadership and representation.
Increase transparency and accountability.
Strengthen community engagement.
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