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Private investment can make up the money lost through dropping fuel tax, Tamihere says.
Mayoral motivations: Goff and Tamihere
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Tamihere says Wellington chokehold on Auckland will end when he becomes mayor.
The battle for Auckland: Goff says his skill and experience will win mayoralty
Phil Goff is promoting an inclusive, progressive and world class city for a second term.
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Restraining order sought against Kāpiti Coast ex-councillor
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Tamihere's Harbour Bridge plan an 'ugly munter'
John Tamihere says the Auckland Harbour Bridge superstructure can be built in six years.
The Elms: Land grab or historic opportunity?
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Local Focus: Controversial mayoral candidate says he's honest, not racist
Casson is sure he has a chance to become mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Goff launches campaign for a second term as Auckland Mayor
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'Terrible mistake': Comedian Tom Sainsbury running for Auckland mayor
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Local Focus: Council candidate has a secret confession
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Ministers, mayors and other Government agency representatives are at the signing.
Editorial: Late right turn would enliven mayoral race
We say: Democratic process would be even better served by a third player from the right.
Mayoral race turns ugly: Goff calls Tamihere 'failed Cabinet minister'
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Local Focus: Ex-rugby player wants a crack at council
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The $6.4b baby dumped at local government's front door
It's not all sunshine and pancakes when it comes to raising Let's Get Wellington Moving.
Tamihere's homeless solution: Call '0800 JACINDA'
Social workers would be available around the clock under John Tamihere's mayoral policy.
Freedom camping trial to be run
The Clutha District Council will run a freedom camping trial in the Catlins this summer.
Show the Anzac spirit of 'a fair go': Mike Lee
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Capital transport solutions 'steamrolled'
Some councillors felt they had no option but to support the $6.4b transport plan.
Local Focus: 23-year-old council candidate says life experience isn't everything
Rotorua Council is not demographically representative. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: King versus Southgate round two
A six-vote swing would oust King. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Erosion maps 'frightened the hell out of a lot of people'
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Govt sets out new plans for water management
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Taupō transforming into 'mini-metro'
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