22 July 2016

Get on board with the ‘Love Bus for Auckland’s local elections

It’s a Kombi van, but not like you’ve ever seen before - and it’s coming to a local community near you.

The classic Kiwi camper has had a spectacular makeover, and it’s heading out on the road from today (Saturday 23 July) to support awareness and engage Aucklanders on how, when and why to vote in Auckland’s upcoming local elections (16 September – 8 October).

The van – affectionately known as the ‘Love Bus’ – is part of Auckland Council’s new ‘Show your love for Auckland’ voter campaign, which will run in the build-up and during elections.

“The Kombi van is a classic symbol of adventure, discovery and fun, and embodies the new campaign, which is intended to get people thinking about and voting in the elections,” says Auckland Council’s Elections Planning Manager Glyn Walters.

“Voting is an important part of belonging to this city. It is one of the ways people can be involved in decisions that make and shape Auckland as a great place to live. We want to ensure eligible voters and future voters wherever they are have easy access to the information they need to participate.”

The van is wrapped in illustrated images that Aucklanders will recognise as unique to our region – city scenes, our natural heritage, our many cultures and our amazing recreation spots.

Eye-catching love hearts feature the word ‘Vote’, reminding people that voting is an important part of loving where we live.

“Aucklanders can keep an eye out over coming months for sightings of the van in their communities, or even get in touch to arrange for it to visit you at your local events and sports grounds.”

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