What are Have Your Say events?

They are an opportunity for the public and organisations to be heard by elected members, face to face. We first ran Have Your Say events as part of the 10-year budget (LTP) consultation in early 2015.

What you need to know:

• There’s no need to register or pre-book; you can just turn up – but tell us if you require an NZSL interpreter, email us
• There’s no need to make a submission ahead of the event
• Subject Matter Experts are available to answer questions at some events
• Elected Members will be present at many events; their role is to listen to the conversation.

There are two styles for the HYS events: 

Meetings: these sessions begin at a set time, there will be a presentation, followed by a facilitated conversation. Note-takers will capture feedback.

Drop-in: you can come along at any time during these sessions to find out more about the Annual Budget, ask questions and give feedback.

We will also be at existing community events throughout March, so come and find our stall, and give us your views. See ShapeAuckland to find your nearest event.

We want to hear your views - there are a number of ways you can give feedback:

Written feedback
Using the online form on ShapeAuckland or fill out the physical form available from libraries, service centres, local board offices and in the March edition of OurAuckland. 

Social media
Comment through the following channels:

• Facebook.com/aklcouncil– and include  #AklBudget
• Twitter - post a tweet which mentions @AklCouncil and include the hashtag #AklBudget

In person
Come and talk to us at one of our Have Your Say events. This is an opportunity for you to give feedback in person and be heard by council’s decision makers.