Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

East Coast Bays Subdivision
The Hibiscus and Bays 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 eight members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. Four members will be elected from your area. 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 Hibiscus and Bays Local Board election.

Toby Malcolm

Independent

Toby Malcolm

Independent

Why I'm standing

I am motivated to stand because voter turnout in recent local government elections has been abysmal. This dishonours the sacrifices made by those who came before us who fought for our right to vote. Council can do more to engage and listen to the community, so that voters feel that it is worthwhile participating in local democracy. This will be my mission. "Someone struggled for your right to vote. Use it." — Susan B. Anthony

About me

East Coast Bays is my hometown and I have the best interests of this area and people at heart. Others describe me as a patient listener and a good communicator. My degree from Lincoln University focussed significantly on policy analysis, which will serve me well in my job as your advocate. As a local business owner, I have proven management skills. I have previously worked in eco-tourism involving ecological restoration projects around the North Island.

My priorities
  1. Listen to you, so that your needs and ideas are heard. I'll hold drop-in sessions, locally and online.
  2. Represent your views within council, so that you feel heard and included in local decisions.
  3. Keep you informed, so that you feel involved and can hold council accountable.
Before politics

Local business owner

Residence

Long Bay

Age

45

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Why I'm standing

I am motivated to stand because voter turnout in recent local government elections has been abysmal. This dishonours the sacrifices made by those who came before us who fought for our right to vote. Council can do more to engage and listen to the community, so that voters feel that it is worthwhile participating in local democracy. This will be my mission. "Someone struggled for your right to vote. Use it." — Susan B. Anthony

About me

East Coast Bays is my hometown and I have the best interests of this area and people at heart. Others describe me as a patient listener and a good communicator. My degree from Lincoln University focussed significantly on policy analysis, which will serve me well in my job as your advocate. As a local business owner, I have proven management skills. I have previously worked in eco-tourism involving ecological restoration projects around the North Island.

My priorities
  1. Listen to you, so that your needs and ideas are heard. I'll hold drop-in sessions, locally and online.
  2. Represent your views within council, so that you feel heard and included in local decisions.
  3. Keep you informed, so that you feel involved and can hold council accountable.
Before politics

Local business owner

Residence

Long Bay

Age

45

Connect via
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