2022

Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Mauāo Māori Constituency
The Bay of Plenty Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). One councillor will be elected from the Mauāo (Māori Constituency) constituency. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Bay of Plenty Regional Council election.

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Buddy Mikaere

Buddy Mikaere

Matemoana McDonald

Matemoana McDonald

Buddy Mikaere

Buddy Mikaere

Why I'm standing

I believe I have the necessary background, education, experience and skills to properly represent and serve electors.

About me

For the past 25 years I have worked in the broad RMA/infrastructure area dealing with environmental and cultural issues. My previous background was in telecommunications, industrial relations and as director of the Waitangi Tribunal. In Tauranga I represent local hapū and iwi. I have a good knowledge of Tauranga issues being presently involved in transport and other infrastructure projects. I am a published author writing on Māori history, culture and 19th century race relations.

My priorities
  1. To assist with Māori and community housing.
  2. To address environment, water and climate change issues from a Māori and community perspective.
  3. To make co-governance work for the benefit of all.
Before politics

Consultant

Residence

Gate Pa

Age

71

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Why I'm standing

I believe I have the necessary background, education, experience and skills to properly represent and serve electors.

About me

For the past 25 years I have worked in the broad RMA/infrastructure area dealing with environmental and cultural issues. My previous background was in telecommunications, industrial relations and as director of the Waitangi Tribunal. In Tauranga I represent local hapū and iwi. I have a good knowledge of Tauranga issues being presently involved in transport and other infrastructure projects. I am a published author writing on Māori history, culture and 19th century race relations.

My priorities
  1. To assist with Māori and community housing.
  2. To address environment, water and climate change issues from a Māori and community perspective.
  3. To make co-governance work for the benefit of all.
Before politics

Consultant

Residence

Gate Pa

Age

71

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