// Stephen Paton: There's no such thing as a wasted vote in the council elections - unless you don't use it. Here's a handy guide on how the STV voting system works ahead of the vote this Thursday. If you want us to keep making videos like this then support us from just £1.74 a week! www.thenational.scot/subscribe 👍 | The National Newspaper

There's a new way to vote in our local elections very soon with single transferable vote (STV). Basically, you'll rank the candidates on your voting paper - no more ticks! It's easy peasy, watch this video, then look out for your voting packs arriving in your post between 16 September and 21 September. For more information visit: www.yourcityelections.co.nz/vote #votethetron | Hamilton City Council