The Spinoff's editor-at-large Toby Manhire has been spending much of his recent time following the highs and lows of the local body election campaigns across the country as part of their policy.nz coverage.
This year's elections have not been without some flavour - Nick Smith attempting a political comeback with a run at the Nelson mayoralty, Lush vs Shadbolt in Invercargill, and Wellington's hopefuls delivering their pitches in poetry. With ratepayers having till October 8 to cast their votes, Manhire joins the show to discuss the latest developments.
Toby Manhire is also co-host of The Spinoff's Gone By Lunchtime political podcast, which will be recording live as part of Tauranga's Escape Festival on October 16. Head over here for more information.
Toby Manhire with Otago Regional Council candidate “Slime the Nitrate Monster” on the banks of Otago Harbour. Photo: supplied
