The 2025 Dunedin mayoral election is heating up, and one of the key milestones on the campaign trail is the Business South Mayoral Debate 2025.
This invite-only event brings together the city’s leading business voices, DCC Mayoral Candidate Andrew Simms was invited to take part, sharing his vision for Dunedin’s future and how he would work alongside the business community to deliver growth, jobs, and action.
An Invite-Only Event for Dunedin Business South Members
The Business South Mayoral Debate 2025 is an exclusive, invite-only event for four DCC mayoral candidates, nominated by the members of the region’s leading business network. It provides a rare opportunity for the city’s business community to hear directly from the candidates standing in the Dunedin mayoral election 2025.
A Focus on Dunedin’s Economic Future
The debate will centre on the issues most important to Dunedin’s economy, from rates and infrastructure to jobs, growth, and long-term development. Business South members will hear how each candidate plans to work with the business sector to support real economic progress.
Why This Debate Matters
This event isn’t just about speeches. It’s about testing whether candidates can deliver practical leadership, clear priorities, and genuine collaboration. For many members, it will be a chance to challenge ideas and push for answers on how council decisions will affect Dunedin businesses.
A Key Moment in the Campaign Calendar
The Business South debate is one of the defining events in the run-up to Dunedin’s local elections. The insights and exchanges will shape confidence in the candidates and set the tone for the final weeks of the campaign.
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