2022

Hamilton City Council

East General Ward
The Hamilton City 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 14 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). Six councillors will be elected from the East 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 Hamilton City Council election.

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Maxine van Oosten

Maxine van Oosten

Ross Macleod

Ross Macleod

Russelle Sonya Knaap

Russelle Sonya Knaap

Jess Hona

Jess Hona

Horiana Henderson

Horiana Henderson

Anna Casey-Cox

Anna Casey-Cox

Jacqui Stokes

Jacqui Stokes

Mark Donovan

Mark Donovan

Jack Gielen

Jack Gielen

Jenny Nand

Jenny Nand

Tania Temoni-Syme

Tania Temoni-Syme

Raymond Mudford

Raymond Mudford

Amy-Leigh Hopa

Amy-Leigh Hopa

Jake Tait

Jake Tait

Peter Humphreys

Peter Humphreys

Ryan Hamilton

Ryan Hamilton

Kesh Naidoo-Rauf

Kesh Naidoo-Rauf

Andrew Bydder

Andrew Bydder

Jason Jonassen

Jason Jonassen

Riki Manarangi

Riki Manarangi

Jenny Nand

Independent

Jenny Nand

Independent

Why I'm standing

I am a positive, strong advocate for our city. I will ensure that council works hard to increase public trust and confidence in council decisions. Diversity and inclusivity are important to me, and I have a proven track record in working collaboratively to achieve greater outcomes for our communities.

About me

I have lived in Hamilton most of my life and I am committed to making Hamilton an inclusive and thriving city for all. I bring with me an extensive governance and community experience. I am passionate about all peoples and committed to creating a brighter future for all who call Hamilton their home.

My priorities
  1. Create stronger, safer, well-connected neighbourhoods.
  2. Push for an affordable city where families can flourish.
  3. Build an inclusive and accessible city.
Before politics

Regional Relationship Manager

Residence

Hamilton East

Age

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Why I'm standing

I am a positive, strong advocate for our city. I will ensure that council works hard to increase public trust and confidence in council decisions. Diversity and inclusivity are important to me, and I have a proven track record in working collaboratively to achieve greater outcomes for our communities.

About me

I have lived in Hamilton most of my life and I am committed to making Hamilton an inclusive and thriving city for all. I bring with me an extensive governance and community experience. I am passionate about all peoples and committed to creating a brighter future for all who call Hamilton their home.

My priorities
  1. Create stronger, safer, well-connected neighbourhoods.
  2. Push for an affordable city where families can flourish.
  3. Build an inclusive and accessible city.
Before politics

Regional Relationship Manager

Residence

Hamilton East

Age

No response

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