The sudden resignation of an Auckland local board member who had only just been sworn in will trigger a by-election.
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Lucy Schwaner quit the Howick board last night over a political ruction.
Auckland Council said it could not legally replace her with the next highest-polling candidate, so a by-election must be held.
It said it was too early to confirm exactly when it would be held, or the likely cost, but under the relevant legislation it could not happen before 17 February.
The Auckland councillor whose Samoan family were refused VIP seating at this week's council swearing-in ceremony says the incident is just the latest example of systemic racism in New Zealand. Audio
A south Auckland stream riddled with rubbish just six months ago has won the title of the country's most improved stream.
The Auckland councillor whose Samoan family were refused VIP seating at this week's council swearing-in ceremony says the incident is just the latest example of systemic racism in New Zealand. Audio
Auckland's multi-million dollar SkyPath across the Harbour Bridge is likely to get the green light, an Environment Court judge has indicated.
Auckland's mayor Phil Goff has been sworn in and has immediately called on the government to do more to solve the city's most pressing problems.
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