Dog control and pound management: Fewer dogs euthanised, more rehabilitated and rehomed.
Environmental protection: caring for habitats and biodiversity so people, animals, and the planet thrive together.
‘Pest’ management: humane, science-driven, and effective alternatives to culling.
Recognition of animal sentience: putting animals at the heart of decision-making when policies affect them.
Safe spaces for wildlife: including protection from recreational shooting, which disrupts many species.
Urban planning: promoting animal-friendly spaces and peaceful coexistence.
We had a fantastic response, and after carefully reviewing candidate answers, we’re proud to endorse the following people as aligned on animal views. We encourage you to reach out to the endorsed candidates in your area, ask them more questions, share your concerns, and let them know that animal welfare matters to voters.
Ōtepoti / Otago
Rachel Brazil: Dunedin City Council
Jen Olson: Dunedin City Council
Alex King: Otago Regional Council
Lachlan Akers: Dunedin City Council
Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington Region
Aditi Tirawi: Porirua City Council
Kylie Wihapi: Porirua City Council
Hellen Swales: Upper Hutt City (Mayor)
Ōtautahi / Canterbury
Clare Marks: Christchurch City Council
Luke Chandler: Christchurch City Council
Monique Bond: Christchurch City Council
Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland
Anne Batley: Waitemata Local Board
Serge Roud: Auckland Council
Te Moana-a-Toi / Bay of Plenty
Jude Pani: Bay of Plenty Regional Council
Waikato
Clyde Grath: Waikato Regional Council