For weeks, we've been reporting on issues at the centre of this year's local elections—and candidates' thoughts on those topics. Now we've updated it with what has changed following the election

At a forum attended by 15 candidates, public safety discussions exposed a wide gulf in plans and priorities

Voting for higher salaries puts councils in an awkward position while low wages can be a barrier to diverse representation

Council candidates were out in force to stake their stances on the controversial housing policy

A national newspaper came out in support of the policy this week while two opponents have launched council bids since last month’s hearing

But that’s not a reason not to proceed with the policy, which one expert says will ‘make things less bad in the long run’

Property owners and business owners can vote municipally. Council candidates tell us whether they think that's a good or bad idea

Here’s what is happening at local councils this week