Devonport-Takapuna Local Board
The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of six members. 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 Devonport-Takapuna Local Board election.
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Zane Catterall
Why I'm standing
I've watched for years as the home I live in has continued to represent the loudest most fortunate members while the marginalised, less vocal members continue to feel like their opinions and needs matter less and less. Our rangatahi (youth) and voiceless need our tautoko as the future is theirs and it's what we create for them that serves them best. Aroha and manaakitanga will foster new life for our home.
About me
I work in community activation and ecological restoration. I see everyday what our actions have on the world around us. From the resources we take, to the resources we give back. Acknowledging that what we have here is what was left for us plays a huge part in why I think we need to undo the harm. I believe I understand but also am willing to listen to what people's needs are instead of assuming.
My priorities
- Increase community consultation and participation in decision making.
- Repair/forge relationships with mana whenua/iwi. There's a lot of harm done here that needs fixing.
- Get tree protection back. We've lost countless mature native trees. The things they've seen...
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