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AUTSA SRC Elections 2027
Stand for the Student Representative Council and be the voice of AUT students.
Provisional Results
Election timeline
Nominations open
Monday, 15 June 2026
Nominations close
Friday, 24 July 2026
Campaigning period
27 Jul – 14 Aug
Ballots open
Monday, 3 August 2026
Ballots close
Monday, 17 August 2026
Results announced
After voting closes
Positions and candidates
12 students standing across 17 positions. Click anyone to read their statement.
Business, Economics & Law Faculty Rep
Represents students in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law. Attends Faculty Board and Academic Board meetings.
Culture & Society Faculty Rep
Represents students in the Faculty of Culture and Society / Te Ara Poutama. Attends Faculty Board meetings.
Design & Creative Technologies Faculty Rep
Represents students in the Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies. Attends Faculty Board meetings.
Health & Environmental Sciences Faculty Rep
Represents students in the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences. Attends Faculty Board meetings.
Postgraduate Affairs Rep
Represents postgraduate students across all faculties. Advocates for research student needs and academic support.
Diversity Affairs Rep
Promotes diversity and inclusion across the student body. Represents students from diverse backgrounds.
Māori Affairs Rep
Represents Māori students and upholds Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles within the SRC. Elected through Titahi Ki Tua (Māori Student Association).
No candidates standing
Mature Students Rep
Represents mature and returning students. Advocates for flexible study arrangements and age-appropriate support.
No candidates standing
Pasifika Affairs Rep
Represents and uplifts Pasifika students at AUT. Connects with Pasifika communities and advocates for culturally responsive services.
No candidates standing
International Affairs Rep
Represents international students. Advocates for visa support, cultural integration, and international student wellbeing.
Disability Affairs Rep
Represents students with disabilities. Advocates for accessibility, accommodations, and inclusive campus facilities.
Rainbow Affairs Rep
Represents rainbow (LGBTQIA+) students. Advocates for inclusive policies, safe spaces, and community events.
Wellbeing Affairs Representative
Advocates for student mental health and wellbeing services. Works with AUT Counselling and Health Services.
Accommodation Rep
Represents students in AUT accommodation and those facing housing challenges. Advocates for tenancy rights and support.
No candidates standing
City Campus Rep
Represents students at the City Campus. Works with AUT Estates on facilities, safety, and campus environment.
North Campus Rep
Represents students at the North Campus. Works with AUT Estates on facilities, safety, and campus environment.
South Campus Rep
Represents students at the South Campus. Works with AUT Estates on facilities, safety, and campus environment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the SRC and what do they do?
The Student Representative Council is a group of AUT students, elected by their peers, who represent the student voice on campus. SRC members sit on university committees, advocate for change, and make sure the student perspective is heard — whether it’s academic policies, campus facilities, or student services.
What does being on the SRC involve?
Prospective SRC members should expect to commit up to 10 hours to duties per week during the academic year. What you do during those ten hours ranges across roles and will vary from week to week. You can expect to spend some time answering emails or messages from students, attending meetings, writing reports, and attending AUTSA events.
Why should I run for a role?
It’s a great way to drive change and represent your fellow students. You’ll get insight into how the university works, connect with like-minded peers, and build real skills — leadership, teamwork, advocacy, communication, and time management.
Do I get paid for the role?
Being on the SRC is considered a voluntary role, but SRC members receive an honorarium twice a year, at the end of each semester. The exceptions are the salaried roles — President (full-time) and the two Vice Presidents (part-time) — which are two-year terms and are not up for election this cycle.
How do I nominate?
Sign in to the AUTSA platform and open the nomination form while nominations are open. You’ll choose your position(s), write a short blurb, add a photo, and provide 2 endorsers (other AUT students). It’s a self-nomination — you nominate yourself to stand.
How do I vote?
When ballots open, every eligible AUT student gets a personal voting link by email to view candidate profiles and vote securely. Each link is unique and can only be used once.
When can I start campaigning?
Campaigning starts on Monday 27 July, once candidates are confirmed. The full campaigning rules (spend limits, where you can post material, conduct) are in the candidate pack you receive after nominating.
Is my vote anonymous?
Yes — votes are stored separately from voter identity using one-way cryptographic hashing. No one, including administrators, can see how you voted.
Is there training?
Yes — communication skills, meeting etiquette, event planning, and general AUTSA awareness. All SRC members are expected to attend.
Do I need to be a member to nominate or vote?
No extra step — if you’re a current AUT student you’re automatically an AUTSA member (following the 2026 AGM, membership is automatic unless you opt out), so you can nominate, endorse, and vote.
Who do I contact for more information?
Email the elections team at elections@autsa.org.nz. For a complaint or appeal, contact the Returning Officer at admin@equitymatters.co.nz.
Election documents
Questions about elections?
Contact the elections team for more information about nominating, campaigning, or voting.