1.How long have you lived in Northland, New Zealand?

Less than 1 year

1-5 years

6-10 years

More than 10 years

2.Which of the following issues are most important to you in the upcoming local elections? (Select all that apply)

Cost of Living

Housing

Healthcare

Education

Public Transport

Environmental Sustainability

Local Business Support

Rates and Taxes

3.How would you rate the current cost of living in Northland?

Very Affordable

Affordable

Neutral

Expensive

Very Expensive

4.How satisfied are you with the current local government’s handling of rates and taxes?

Very Satisfied

Satisfied

Neutral

Dissatisfied

Very Dissatisfied

5.What changes would you like to see in local government policies regarding rates and taxes?

6.Do you believe the local government is doing enough to address the cost of living in Northland?

Yes

No

Unsure

7.What specific measures do you think could help reduce the cost of living in Northland?

8.How would you rate the availability of affordable housing in Northland?

Very Good

Good

Average

Poor

Very Poor

9.What are your main concerns regarding the cost of living and rates in Northland?

10.How likely are you to vote in the upcoming local elections?

Very Likely

Likely

Neutral

Unlikely

Very Unlikely

11.Is there anything else you would like to share about the cost of living and rates in Northland?

12.What is your age group?

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

13.What is your employment status?

Employed Full-Time

Employed Part-Time

Self-Employed

Unemployed

Retired

Student