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Elections and representation

Everything you need to know about elections including: the difference between local and general elections, how the elections process works, why you should vote and how representation works.

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Find your local board and wardhttps://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/elections/how-council-works/Pages/local-board-ward-finder.aspxFind your local board and wardFind the local board and ward you will be voting in for the 2022 local elections.aspxElections
How to enrol to votehttps://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/elections/information-for-voters/Pages/who-can-vote.aspxHow to enrol to voteLearn what you need to do to enrol so you can vote and have your say.aspxElections
Why you should vote in the local electionshttps://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/elections/information-for-voters/Pages/why-vote-local-body-elections.aspxWhy you should vote in the local electionsRead some quick facts about the local elections, learn how elected members make decisions that affect many aspects of your life and your local community and why your vote is important.aspx