Hawke's Bay Regional Council
The Hawke's Bay 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 11 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). Three councillors will be elected from the Heretaunga/Hastings 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 Hawke's Bay Regional Council election.
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Xan Harding
Why I'm standing
To help Hawke's Bay make the huge decisions on water quality, quantity, and climate resilience required in the upcoming Kotahi Plan by December 2024.
About me
Absolute passion and dedication to Hawke's Bay water issues over 15 years, combined with longstanding finance and governance track record. Intimate involvement in all key Hawke's Bay water issues. Track record of working collaboratively to make a difference. Insights into the Hawke's Bay primary sector through 22 years of vineyard ownership and working within Hawke's Bay Regional Council over the last 18 months supporting the development of catchment groups.
My priorities
- Ensure that we have a regional climate resilience strategy and plan.
- Strong, ambitious limits for water that recognise regional dependence on the primary sector.
- Ensuring water security through appropriate use of storage.
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