UPDATE: Hamilton City Council’s Official Results
as copied from the Hamilton City Council website on 28/10/2025
Final results released today (Saturday 18 October) show Tim Macindoe is the Mayor of Hamilton for the 2025-2028 electoral term…
East Ward
- KARALUS, Rachel
- BYDDER, Andrew
- CASEY-COX, Anna
- STRANGE, Jamie
- LIU, Leo
- MORONEY, Sue
West Ward
- TAYLOR, Geoff
- THOMSON, Sarah
- MEAD, Graeme
- MACDONALD, Mesh
- O’LEARY, Angela
- PIKE, Emma
Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward
- HUATA, Maria
- NEHA, Robbie
Final results for the Maaori Ward Poll show Hamiltonians have voted to retain the Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward.
Maaori Ward Poll votes received
I vote to KEEP Maaori wards: 19,190
I vote to REMOVE Maaori wards: 16,320Vote total
38,063
votes.
33%
of the 115,433 enrolled voters.
How does the total compare to the last election?
In 2022, 29.4% of Hamiltonians voted.
Hamilton City Council’s Official Website
Information on candidates
https://hamilton.govt.nz/elections2025/candidates
Learn about how to vote (including locations and making a special voting)
https://hamilton.govt.nz/elections2025/vote
Hamilton City Council’s Mayoral Q & A Panel Video
Invited Candidate Opinion Pieces for the Hamilton City Elections 2025
It’s in the Ballot – Hamilton City Council
Hamilton West General Ward – Part 1
Hamilton West General Ward – Part 2
Hamilton City Council – Hamilton Mayoral Debate
Hamilton East General Ward – Part 1
Hamilton East General Ward – Part 2
Events for the Hamilton City Elections 2025
as copied from the Hamilton City Council webpage on 13/09/2025…
Key Council events
Your Neighbourhood: Election 2025 edition
Saturday 27 September at 10am–1pm
Garden Place and Civic Square, Hamilton
- Mayoral candidate question and answer panel – a free ticketed event (limited seats, tickets available soon) in the Council Reception Lounge, also streamed live online
- Candidate café – an open informal meet-and-greet with candidates
- Live music and performances
- Opportunities to vote onsite
- Tours of Council Chambers
- Interactive exhibits
- Kids’ zone with fun activities for children
See you there, rain or shine!
Vote and Vibes – Bremworth Park
Saturday 13 September 2025 at 10am – 12pm
Bremworth Park
Join us to vote in the Hamilton City Council elections! You can bring your whaanau and friends to chill, listen to our DJ, do activities with your kids, and most importantly – vote!
Our mobile voting station will be at Bremworth Park from 10am – 12pm for you to drop off your vote or make a special vote.
Vote and Vibes – Innes Common
Saturday 20 September 2025 at 10am – 12pm
Innes Common
Join us to vote in the Hamilton City Council elections! You can bring your whaanau and friends to chill, listen to our DJ, do activities with your kids, and most importantly – vote!
Our mobile voting station will be at Innes Common from 10am – 12pm for you to drop off your vote or make a special vote.
Vote and Vibes – Claudelands Park
Wednesday 24 September 2025 at 10am – 12pm
Claudelands Park
Join us to vote in the Hamilton City Council elections! You can bring your whaanau and friends to chill, listen to our DJ, do activities with your kids, and most importantly – vote!
Our mobile voting station will be at Claudelands Park from 10am – 12pm for you to drop off your vote or make a special vote.
Vote and Vibes – Korikori Park
Wednesday 1 October 2025 at 10am – 12pm
Korikori Park
Join us to vote in the Hamilton City Council elections! You can bring your whaanau and friends to chill, listen to our DJ, do activities with your kids, and most importantly – vote!
Our mobile voting station will be at Korikori Park from 10am – 12pm for you to drop off your vote or make a special vote.
Vote and Vibes – Steele Park
Sunday 5 October 2025 at 10am – 12pm
Steele Park
Join us to vote in the Hamilton City Council elections! You can bring your whaanau and friends to chill, listen to our DJ, do activities with your kids, and most importantly – vote!
Our mobile voting station will be at Steele Park from 10am – 12pm for you to drop off your vote or make a special vote.
Other upcoming events in the community
Meet the Candidates & Set Council Resolutions
Monday 15 September 2025 at 5pm-7pm
Victoria by the River Amphitheatre
This evening will offer a relaxed and meaningful space to connect with fellow candidates, community members, and future constituents. In addition to a “meet and greet,” we’ll begin the important and collaborative work of shaping resolutions for the first council meeting, rooted in dialogue and shared intentions.
Due to the great interest and the importance of giving space to each voice, we’re pleased to announce that this gathering will now continue each Monday – same time, same place: Monday 8 September, Monday 15 September, Monday 22 September, Monday 29 September, Monday 6 October.
Additionally, please note that our MC for the evening (and ongoing Mondays) will now be the thoughtful and dedicated Roderick J. Young, who has graciously agreed to step in and guide the evenings.
We’re hoping to see as many of you as possible. This is a rare and meaningful opportunity to come together not just as candidates – but as future collaborators in shaping Hamilton’s future.
If you have any questions or want to RSVP, feel free to reply to this email or just show up tonight (or next week!).
With appreciation and hope.
Contact: Roderick J Young (Host) and revolving MC (with possibly Maria Hamilton next week and Roma Warren coordinating).
roderickjy@gmail.com on behalf of the Victoria by the River Community Series
Meet the Candidates in Pukete – Mayoral candidates, West Ward and Maaori Ward candidates
Tuesday 16 September from 7pm – 9pm
Pukete Neighbourhood House, Hamilton
A community event where you can meet and engage directly with candidates standing in the local elections. Hear their perspectives on important issues, ask your own questions, and be part of shaping the future of our city.
The event is designed to encourage open conversation between candidates and voters. Light refreshments will be served.
Event format:
- Mayoral candidate introductions
- West Ward and Maaori Ward candidate introductions
- Yes/No quick-fire questions
- Pre-submitted question time
- Informal mix and mingle session
Glenview Community Centre presents Voices 4 Voters: Meet the candidates
Wednesday 17 September 2025 at 10am-12pm
Glenview Community Centre, Glenview
What to expect:
- On-site registration assistance
- Voter education resources
- Information on local issues and candidates
- Light refreshments and a chance to connect with your community!
REGISTER. VOTE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE
For more information, email support@glenview.nz or call 07 843 2600.
Maaori Wards Hui
Thursday 18 September 2025 at 4pm–8pm
Whatawhata Community Hall
A chance to meet your candidates and help retain Māori wards. Although this event is hosted by Waikato District Council, all Māori ward candidates standing for council across the motu are welcome to kōrero.
Meet the Candidates in Pukete – Mayoral candidates, West Ward and Maaori Ward candidates
Friday 19 September – 10:30am – 12:30pm
Pukete Neighbourhood House, Hamilton
A community event where you can meet and engage directly with candidates standing in the local elections. Hear their perspectives on important issues, ask your own questions, and be part of shaping the future of our city.
The event is designed to encourage open conversation bet
ween candidates and voters. Light refreshments will be served.
Event format:
- Mayoral candidate introductions
- West Ward and Maaori Ward candidate introductions
- Yes/No quick-fire questions
- Pre-submitted question time
- Informal mix and mingle session
Vote Her In: Speed Meet the Candidates
Friday 19 September 2025 at 5.30pm-8pm
The Link, 4 Te Aroha Street, Hamilton
Join YWCA Hamilton for an evening of Political Speed Dating – a chance to meet the waahine and gender-diverse candidates running for your local council. Think of it as a “first date” with democracy: quick chats, real talk, and a chance to ask the questions that matter to you.
YWCA has invited all women and gender-diverse candidates standing for Hamilton City Council. This includes East, West and Maaori wards as well as mayoral candidates. It’s your chance to connect, koorero, and get inspired by the future leaders of our city.
Drinks & Nibbles from 5.30pm. Speed Dating Starts at 6.00pm
Note: This event is designed to uplift and spotlight women and gender-diverse candidates. We fully tautoko other events that provide space for all candidates across the region.
Hear the candidates for Hamilton Mayor and East General Ward
Sunday 21 September at 3pm
The Link: St Andrew’s Church Community Centre, 4 Te Aroha St, Claudelands, Hamilton (corner of River Rd and Te Aroha St)
- Organised as a public service by St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church.
- Very short speeches from each (on subjects of their choice), with plenty of time for your questions. Followed at 4.30 pm by afternoon tea with opportunity for informal chat.
- Everyone is welcome.
- Enquiries: Lance Kendrick ph 027 265 7521 or Peter Gault ph 856 3923.
It’s in the Ballot – Hamilton West General Ward Part 1
Monday 22 September at 1pm
All Saints Community Church, 191 Sandwick Road, St Andrews, Hamilton
- Contestants of ‘It’s in the Bag’ become political candidates in ‘It’s in the Ballot’ Meet the Candidates.
- Candidates choose a numbered box which has a question that has been submitted online by voters before the show.
- It’s in the Ballot” is a community-led awareness and participation initiative aiming to increase voter interest in the general and council elections nationally.
- By using broadcasting and web-based technologies to deliver in-studio; online on Facebook, YouTube and Twitch; and edited as YouTube videos the event aims to enable voters to make informed voting decisions.
- This means you can send the weblink of the YouTube Video of your electorate show to your friends and whanau to encourage them to watch the show before they cast their votes.
The livestream is available on:
YouTube
Blueksy
TikTok
It’s in the Ballot – Hamilton West General Ward Part 2
Monday 22 September at 4pm
All Saints Community Church, 191 Sandwick Road, St Andrews, Hamilton
- Contestants of ‘It’s in the Bag’ become political candidates in ‘It’s in the Ballot’ Meet the Candidates.
- Candidates choose a numbered box which has a question that has been submitted online by voters before the show.
- It’s in the Ballot” is a community-led awareness and participation initiative aiming to increase voter interest in the general and council elections nationally.
- By using broadcasting and web-based technologies to deliver in-studio; online on Facebook, YouTube and Twitch; and edited as YouTube videos the event aims to enable voters to make informed voting decisions.
- This means you can send the weblink of the YouTube Video of your electorate show to your friends and whanau to encourage them to watch the show before they cast their votes.
The livestream is also available on:
YouTube
Blueksy
TikTok
It’s in the Ballot Hamilton City Council – Hamilton Mayoral Debate (Online)
Monday 22 September at 7pm-9pm
- Contestants of ‘It’s in the Bag’ become political candidates in ‘It’s in the Ballot’ Meet the Candidates.
- Candidates choose a numbered box which has a question that has been submitted online by voters before the show.
- It’s in the Ballot” is a community-led awareness and participation initiative aiming to increase voter interest in the general and council elections nationally.
- By using broadcasting and web-based technologies to deliver in-studio; online on Facebook, YouTube and Twitch; and edited as YouTube videos the event aims to enable voters to make informed voting decisions.
- This means you can send the weblink of the YouTube Video of your electorate show to your friends and whanau to encourage them to watch the show before they cast their votes.
The livestream is also available on:
YouTube
Blueksy
TikTok
Meet the Candidates & Set Council Resolutions
Monday 22 September 2025 at 5pm-7pm
Victoria by the River Amphitheatre
This evening will offer a relaxed and meaningful space to connect with fellow candidates, community members, and future constituents. In addition to a “meet and greet,” we’ll begin the important and collaborative work of shaping resolutions for the first council meeting, rooted in dialogue and shared intentions.
Due to the great interest and the importance of giving space to each voice, we’re pleased to announce that this gathering will now continue each Monday – same time, same place: Monday 8 September, Monday 15 September, Monday 22 September, Monday 29 September, Monday 6 October.
Additionally, please note that our MC for the evening (and ongoing Mondays) will now be the thoughtful and dedicated Roderick J. Young, who has graciously agreed to step in and guide the evenings.
We’re hoping to see as many of you as possible. This is a rare and meaningful opportunity to come together not just as candidates – but as future collaborators in shaping Hamilton’s future.
If you have any questions or want to RSVP, feel free to reply to this email or just show up tonight (or next week!).
With appreciation and hope.
Contact: Roderick J Young (Host) and revolving MC (with possibly Maria Hamilton next week and Roma Warren coordinating).
roderickjy@gmail.com on behalf of the Victoria by the River Community Series
Council Candidate Debates for Hamilton East
Tuesday 23 September at 7pm-9pm
Settlement Centre, 46G Boundary Road, Claudelands, Hamilton
- A debate for candidates standing in the Hamilton East General Ward.
- RSVP: Ryan.HamiltonMP@parliament.govt.nz
It’s in the Ballot – Hamilton East General Ward Part 1
Tuesday 23 September at 1pm
All Saints Community Church, 191 Sandwick Road, St Andrews, Hamilton
- Contestants of ‘It’s in the Bag’ become political candidates in ‘It’s in the Ballot’ Meet the Candidates.
- Candidates choose a numbered box which has a question that has been submitted online by voters before the show.
- It’s in the Ballot” is a community-led awareness and participation initiative aiming to increase voter interest in the general and council elections nationally.
- By using broadcasting and web-based technologies to deliver in-studio; online on Facebook, YouTube and Twitch; and edited as YouTube videos the event aims to enable voters to make informed voting decisions.
- This means you can send the weblink of the YouTube Video of your electorate show to your friends and whanau to encourage them to watch the show before they cast their votes.
The livestream is also available on:
YouTube
Blueksy
TikTok
It’s in the Ballot – Hamilton East General Ward Part 2
Tuesday 23 September at 4pm
All Saints Community Church, 191 Sandwick Road, St Andrews, Hamilton
- Contestants of ‘It’s in the Bag’ become political candidates in ‘It’s in the Ballot’ Meet the Candidates.
- Candidates choose a numbered box which has a question that has been submitted online by voters before the show.
- It’s in the Ballot” is a community-led awareness and participation initiative aiming to increase voter interest in the general and council elections nationally.
- By using broadcasting and web-based technologies to deliver in-studio; online on Facebook, YouTube and Twitch; and edited as YouTube videos the event aims to enable voters to make informed voting decisions.
- This means you can send the weblink of the YouTube Video of your electorate show to your friends and whanau to encourage them to watch the show before they cast their votes.
The livestream is also available on:
YouTube
Blueksy
TikTok
Glenview Community Centre presents Voices 4 Voters: Meet the candidates
Wednesday 24 September 2025 at 6pm-8pm
Glenview Community Centre, Glenview
What to expect:
- On-site registration assistance
- Voter education resources
- Information on local issues and candidates
- Light refreshments and a chance to connect with your community!
REGISTER. VOTE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE
For more information, email support@glenview.nz or call 07 843 2600.
It’s in the Ballot – Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward
Wednesday 24 September at 7pm
All Saints Community Church, 191 Sandwick Road, St Andrews, Hamilton
- Contestants of ‘It’s in the Bag’ become political candidates in ‘It’s in the Ballot’ Meet the Candidates.
- Candidates choose a numbered box which has a question that has been submitted online by voters before the show.
- It’s in the Ballot” is a community-led awareness and participation initiative aiming to increase voter interest in the general and council elections nationally.
- By using broadcasting and web-based technologies to deliver in-studio; online on Facebook, YouTube and Twitch; and edited as YouTube videos the event aims to enable voters to make informed voting decisions.
- This means you can send the weblink of the YouTube Video of your electorate show to your friends and whanau to encourage them to watch the show before they cast their votes.
The livestream is also available on:
YouTube
Blueksy
TikTok
Mayoral Candidate Debate – together with Hon. Tama Potaka
Thursday 25 September 7pm-9pm
Settlement Centre, 46G Boundary Road, Claudelands, Hamilton
- A debate for candidates standing for Mayor of Hamilton City Council.
- RSVP: Ryan.HamiltonMP@parliament.govt.nz
Meet the Candidates & Set Council Resolutions
Monday 29 September 2025 at 5pm-7pm
Victoria by the River Amphitheatre
This evening will offer a relaxed and meaningful space to connect with fellow candidates, community members, and future constituents. In addition to a “meet and greet,” we’ll begin the important and collaborative work of shaping resolutions for the first council meeting, rooted in dialogue and shared intentions.
Due to the great interest and the importance of giving space to each voice, we’re pleased to announce that this gathering will now continue each Monday – same time, same place: Monday 8 September, Monday 15 September, Monday 22 September, Monday 29 September, Monday 6 October.
Additionally, please note that our MC for the evening (and ongoing Mondays) will now be the thoughtful and dedicated Roderick J. Young, who has graciously agreed to step in and guide the evenings.
We’re hoping to see as many of you as possible. This is a rare and meaningful opportunity to come together not just as candidates – but as future collaborators in shaping Hamilton’s future.
If you have any questions or want to RSVP, feel free to reply to this email or just show up tonight (or next week!).
With appreciation and hope.
Contact: Roderick J Young (Host) and revolving MC (with possibly Maria Hamilton next week and Roma Warren coordinating).
roderickjy@gmail.com on behalf of the Victoria by the River Community Series
Meet the Maaori Ward & Mayoral Candidates
Tuesday 30 September 2025 at 3pm – 5pm
Te Rūnanga o Kirikiriroa, 59 Higgins Road, Dinsdale, Hamilton
Come along to this community hui and meet the candidates standing for the Māori Ward and Mayoralty in the upcoming Hamilton City Council Elections.
This event is a chance to hear directly from those seeking your vote, learn about their kaupapa and aspirations for Kirikiriroa, and engage in kōrero in a respectful, tikanga-based setting.
Everyone is welcome. Nau mai, haere mai!
RSVP by Tuesday 23 September to Melissa O’Loughlin – moloughlin@terunanga.org.nz
Meet the East and West General Ward Candidates
Wednesday 1 October 2025 at 3pm – 5pm
Te Rūnanga o Kirikiriroa, 59 Higgins Road, Dinsdale, Hamilton
Come along to this community hui and meet the candidates standing for the East and West General Wards in the upcoming Hamilton City Council Elections.
This event is a chance to hear directly from those seeking your vote, learn about their kaupapa and aspirations for Kirikiriroa, and engage in kōrero in a respectful, tikanga-based setting.
Everyone is welcome. Nau mai, haere mai!
RSVP by Wednesday 24 September to Melissa O’Loughlin – moloughlin@terunanga.org.nz
Meet the Candidates & Set Council Resolutions
Monday 6 October 2025 at 5pm-7pm
Victoria by the River Amphitheatre
This evening will offer a relaxed and meaningful space to connect with fellow candidates, community members, and future constituents. In addition to a “meet and greet,” we’ll begin the important and collaborative work of shaping resolutions for the first council meeting, rooted in dialogue and shared intentions.
Due to the great interest and the importance of giving space to each voice, we’re pleased to announce that this gathering will now continue each Monday – same time, same place: Monday 8 September, Monday 15 September, Monday 22 September, Monday 29 September, Monday 6 October.
Additionally, please note that our MC for the evening (and ongoing Mondays) will now be the thoughtful and dedicated Roderick J. Young, who has graciously agreed to step in and guide the evenings.
We’re hoping to see as many of you as possible. This is a rare and meaningful opportunity to come together not just as candidates – but as future collaborators in shaping Hamilton’s future.
If you have any questions or want to RSVP, feel free to reply to this email or just show up tonight (or next week!).
With appreciation and hope.
Contact: Roderick J Young (Host) and revolving MC (with possibly Maria Hamilton next week and Roma Warren coordinating).
roderickjy@gmail.com on behalf of the Victoria by the River Community Series
