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Andrew Simms walking across a farm paddock in gumboots, carrying a bucket and container, with a chicken in the foreground and hills in the distance. Text on the image reads: ‘Andrew Simms – Why I’m Running for Mayor of Dunedin.

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A Future for Our Children in Dunedin

Public meeting on Stop Smooth Hill. On the left, Dunedin mayoral candidate Andrew Simms, wearing a grey suit and patterned yellow tie, speaks into a microphone while leading the forum. Beside him on the panel are Sarah Ramsay in a green knitted sweater and glasses, and Dave Hanan in a navy suit and patterned shirt. A jug of water, glasses, and papers sit on the table in front of them.

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Stop Smooth Hill Community Meeting

DCC Mayoral Candidate Andrew Simms addresses the Business South Mayoral Debate 2025 panel, discussing Dunedin’s future alongside fellow candidates.

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Business South Hosts Exclusive Mayoral Debate 2025 (livestream)

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Andrew Simms — Keeping Families and Opportunities in Dunedin

Andrew Simms in a plaid shirt explains STV voting in a Future Dunedin campaign video. On-screen caption reads ‘STV Voting Explained’ with alpacas grazing in the background.

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How STV Voting Works in Dunedin | Andrew Simms

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Future Dunedin #01 ZoomMeeting — Live Q&A

Policy & Positions

Policy Positioning 02. Restore Trust and Confidence in the DCC

A lively crowd of around 100 people gather inside Déjà Vu in Dunedin for the Future Dunedin campaign launch. The venue is filled with pink and purple neon lights, lush hanging greenery, and engaged attendees chatting and enjoying the atmosphere. Dunedin Mayoral Candidate Andrew Simms is visible in the foreground, speaking with supporters.

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Future Dunedin Launches with a Full House and a Clear Vision

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Andrew Simms: Why I’m Running for Mayor of Dunedin

Andrew Sutton standing outdoors in front of a scenic hillside landscape at dusk, wearing a patterned floral shirt and smiling at the camera.

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Meet Andrew Sutton: Putting Community First

Conrad Stedman, Dunedin City Council candidate, smiling in a park with trees and blurred traffic in the background.

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Meet Conrad Stedman: Standing Up for the Basics, Backing a Better Dunedin

A Dunedin Railways train travelling through the dramatic rock formations of the Taieri Gorge, showcasing steep cliffs, lush greenery, and clear blue skies.

Policy & Positions

The Future of the Taieri Gorge Railway

Dr Amy Taylor smiling outdoors, wearing a floral blouse and pearl necklace, with a park setting and blurred trees and vehicles in the background.

Media & Content

Meet Dr Amy Taylor: Standing for the Vulnerable, Planning for the Future

Bruce Ranga smiling in front of a panoramic view of Dunedin city, wearing a blue jacket and green pounamu.

Community & Engagement

Bruce Ranga: Putting Community First in 2025

Imagine If We Could Double Dunedin

Rebecca (Bex) Twemlow standing outside the Dunedin Electoral Office, smiling and holding her official Council nomination papers and New Zealand passport.

Media & Content

It’s Official — Rebecca (Bex) Twemlow is Standing for Council

Andrew Simms and Bex Twemlow standing outside the Dunedin Store, smiling in front of a window with “Youth Employment Success” and “Dunedin Store” signage visible.

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“I'm not interested in being the mayor of Dunedin.”: Andrew Simms on leadership that lasts

Andrew Simms, 2025 Dunedin mayoral candidate, in front of Dunedin city council building.

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Meet Andrew Simms – A Proven Leader Running for Dunedin Mayor in 2025

A night-time aerial view of Dunedin city with streetlights glowing. Overlaid text reads: "Policy 01. Reduce Forecast Rates Through Better Decisions." In the top right corner, there's a white speech bubble icon with the word "vote" inside it, followed by the text "Future Dunedin" in bold white letters.

Policy & Positions

Policy Positioning 01. Reduce Forecast Rates Through Better Decisions

Media & Content

From Corstorphine to Candidate — Andrew Simms’ Dunedin Roots