Horizons Regional Council

The Horizons Regional Council is the regional council for the Manawatū-Whanganui region. It 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 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). Four councillors will be elected from the Palmerston North 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 Horizons Regional Council election.

Horizons Regional Council candidates

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Bal Ghimire

Independent

Why I'm standing

I believe that I come from a nature loving culture and want to retain this for the forth coming generation.

About me

I am the president of Bhutanese Society of New Zealand and have good knowledge in running community organisations and engaging people in various activities.

My priorities

  1. Introduce Uber/ride-share parking.
  2. Engage youth in nature protection.
  3. Engage all people in diverse nature.

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