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Candidate handbook

The Candidate Handbook is specific to the Wellington City Council's local government election and has detailed information to help you during the pre-election period if you have chosen to stand as a candidate.

You can download a copy of the handbook, or if you'd like a printed copy, one can be collected from 113 The Terrace, Wellington Central.

Candidate information presentation

An information presentation for candidates will be held at 10am on Level 16, Wellington City Council offices at 113 The Terrace. The information presentation will be livestreamed and made available on the website.

The information presentation will provide candidates with an understanding of how the council is structured, the role and responsibilities of elected representatives, the skills required of elected members, anticipated time commitments and meeting schedules, and an overview of the nomination and election processes.

Contact us

Electoral Officials
Email: election@wcc.govt.nz