Hurunui District Council

The Hurunui District 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 10 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Four councillors will be elected from the South ward. 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 Hurunui District Council election.

Hurunui District Council candidates

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Vanessa McPherson

Why I'm standing

I have witnessed unaccounted growth in my hometown of Tauranga and do not want to see the Hurunui lose it's rural character, values and heritage for the sake of urban sprawl.

About me

I am a strategic thinker, communicator and decision maker and don't settle for the status quo for the sake of it. I am courageous and outspoken when I feel strongly about an issue and can confidently represent my community on that basis.

My priorities

  1. Smart growth.
  2. Private sector investment and tourism.
  3. Youth and retirees.

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