Far North District Council
The Far North District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 10 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Bay of Islands-Whangaroa ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Far North District Council election.
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Robert Eady
Why I'm standing
I am concerned at the loss of autonomy and cost escalation of central government regulation upon local economies. Funding of essential services comes first, particularly water and roads. I am very concerned at the destructive effects of unsound policy concerning climate change and health and the censorship of critical debate on these issues. I wish to bring fresh solutions to old problems and promote industrial hemp for home construction and biodegradable plastics industries.
About me
From a farming background, with a BSc degree in chemistry and a 40 year career as a drilling fluids engineer in the international oil and gas industry, I am a seasoned problem solver. One problem I solved saved a $100m dangerous underground gas blowout well in Australia. I look for the simplest solution to complex problems. I am a lifelong follower of natural health principles and am well versed in the science.
My priorities
- Keep local land and water assets in local hands.
- Adopt scientifically sound and best practice water treatment and climate change policies.
- Promote new industries for the Far North District Council region including industrial hemp.
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