The local body election is in full swing, and plenty of people have observed that the voter turnout is lower than the previous elections, despite campaigns attempting to fix these numbers.

Senior writer at the NZ Herald, Simon Wilson is saying the low voter turnout is a sign people are happy with our councils.

Simon Wilson joins us now to explain his thought process and why he has come to this conclusion.

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The local body election is in full swing, and plenty of people have observed that the voter turnout is lower than the previous elections, despite campaigns attempting to fix these numbers.
Senior writer at the NZ Herald, Simon Wilson is saying the low voter turnout is a sign people are happy with our councils.
Simon Wilson joins us now to explain his thought process and why he has come to this conclusion.
LISTEN ABOVE

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