Greater Wellington Regional Council
Daran Ponter
Labour
| Chair, Greater Wellington Regional Council
Daran Ponter
Labour
| Chair, Greater Wellington Regional Council
Why I'm standing
I am a proud and committed Wellingtonian. I want Wellington city and the Wellington region to be the best that it can be. I am chair of the Greater Wellington Regional Council – an experienced councillor with strong background in problem solving. I have a track record of bringing people together, keeping projects on track, and delivering for Wellington. I have a background in resource management and public policy.
About me
I am the current Chair of the Greater Wellington Regional Council – an experienced councillor with strong background in problem solving. I am experienced in working with communities, with other councillors, and many organisations to weave together projects and solutions for Wellington and the region. I fight for the city and region – making sure we get the resources and support required to support our development.
My priorities
- I am committed to reliable, safe and cheap public transport. Wellingtonians deserve reliable public transport.
- I am committed to getting our big infrastructure projects under way. Access for Wellington.
- 100% EV public transport. We have embarked on the EV public transport journey. Let's finish at 100%.
Current role
Chair, Greater Wellington Regional Council
Before politics
Policy Adviser
Residence
Wellington
Age
54
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Why I'm standing
I am a proud and committed Wellingtonian. I want Wellington city and the Wellington region to be the best that it can be. I am chair of the Greater Wellington Regional Council – an experienced councillor with strong background in problem solving. I have a track record of bringing people together, keeping projects on track, and delivering for Wellington. I have a background in resource management and public policy.
About me
I am the current Chair of the Greater Wellington Regional Council – an experienced councillor with strong background in problem solving. I am experienced in working with communities, with other councillors, and many organisations to weave together projects and solutions for Wellington and the region. I fight for the city and region – making sure we get the resources and support required to support our development.
My priorities
- I am committed to reliable, safe and cheap public transport. Wellingtonians deserve reliable public transport.
- I am committed to getting our big infrastructure projects under way. Access for Wellington.
- 100% EV public transport. We have embarked on the EV public transport journey. Let's finish at 100%.
Current role
Chair, Greater Wellington Regional Council
Before politics
Policy Adviser
Residence
Wellington
Age
54
Connect via
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