Rotorua Lakes Council has partnered with local app developers Salt + Tonic to launch the [s]elect app for the upcoming local election. We are proud to be the first Council in New Zealand to foster the app, utilising technology to enable easier decision-making for voters, and providing candidates with an engaging campaign tool.
We know that a lack of knowledge about candidates, what they stand for and their policies, is a big factor in why people don’t vote. We also know that younger people make up a big proportion of non-voters. Digital platforms like apps are familiar territory, and the [s]elect app makes it really easy to view relevant candidates, and to ask questions that will help in voting decisions. It’s a great tool for candidates too, giving them another platform to let people know what they stand for, and to engage directly with voters.
The app will be available to download on App Store, Google Play and also a web download as of 12th August, and updated with candidates for the Rotorua Lakes Council election on Friday 19th August. We will keep you posted!