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What is Deliberative Democracy? And how does it help? Does it Work?
“I believe Council decisions should be made with the community, not just for them. One of the biggest challenges in local government is...
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Oct 64 min read


Deliberative Democracy Policy Position Paper
Using Deliberative Democracy to Solve the Principal–Agent Problem in Local Government Overview One of the greatest challenges in local...
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Oct 63 min read


Why are Councils like Cruise Liners?
My years of governance and business experience have been effectively used as the Chairperson of the Puketapu-Bell Block Community Board....
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Oct 22 min read


Puketapu-Bell Block Community Board Term Review
Adrian Sole – The Chairperson of our board reflects on the last 3 years. It has been a privilege to lead the first Puketapu-Bell Block...
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Oct 25 min read


My 3 Top Initiatives to Revitalise Our CBDs + And what to do about parking?
At the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce and other meet-the-candidate events, the issue of how do you bring back vibrancy and interest to our...
adrian75739
Sep 262 min read


Skills and Experience Matter
It’s fantastic to see so many well-meaning candidates putting their hands up — that’s healthy for democracy. But passion, spare time, or...
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Sep 262 min read


Top Issues Adrian Sole Will Address for NPDC
Adrian Sole would be stepping into a crucial role at the New Plymouth District Council (NPDC). As he prepares to take on this...
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Aug 175 min read


Why Adrian Sole is the Right Choice for NPDC
In today's fast-paced world, making the right choice for leadership is crucial. Being an effective councillor, Adrian Sole stands out as...
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Aug 174 min read


Adrian Sole: Proven Leadership for Local Change
In today's fast-paced world, local communities often face challenges that require strong leadership and innovative solutions. Adrian Sole...
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Aug 174 min read
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