2022

Hutt City Council

Eastern Ward
The Hutt 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 12 councillors and the mayor. One councillor will be elected from the Eastern ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the city. 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 Hutt City Council election.

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Andy Mitchell

Andy Mitchell

Dave Harle

Dave Harle

Jerry Gass

Jerry Gass

Andy Mitchell

Independent

| Eastern Ward Councillor, Hutt City Council

Andy Mitchell

Independent

| Eastern Ward Councillor, Hutt City Council

Why I'm standing

It's been my honour to represent the Eastern Ward for the past three years as your local councillor. I've worked hard to engage residents, research issues and make evidence-based decisions for the good of our whole city. We've made great plans and progress towards providing more housing, reversing infrastructure deficits, addressing climate change and confronting other key challenges, but there's plenty more to do. I welcome your support to continue this important work.

About me

I've lived in the Eastern Ward for the past 15 years and been an active member of my local community in Naenae. I've held leadership and governance roles in local ECE providers, schools and community groups, within council and representing Hutt City Council on regional working groups. I'm a proud parent, a staunch community advocate and a passionate environmentalist. As an incumbent councillor I'll represent you with commitment, experience and the respect of my colleagues.

My priorities
  1. Continue to ensure meaningful climate action in our city, by every business, whānau and individual.
  2. Provide a voice for nature, advocating for the protection and enhancement of our natural environment.
  3. Centre communities at the heart of discussions, planning and decision-making, so we all can thrive.
Current role

Eastern Ward Councillor, Hutt City Council

Before politics

Environmental educator

Residence

Naenae

Age

46

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Why I'm standing

It's been my honour to represent the Eastern Ward for the past three years as your local councillor. I've worked hard to engage residents, research issues and make evidence-based decisions for the good of our whole city. We've made great plans and progress towards providing more housing, reversing infrastructure deficits, addressing climate change and confronting other key challenges, but there's plenty more to do. I welcome your support to continue this important work.

About me

I've lived in the Eastern Ward for the past 15 years and been an active member of my local community in Naenae. I've held leadership and governance roles in local ECE providers, schools and community groups, within council and representing Hutt City Council on regional working groups. I'm a proud parent, a staunch community advocate and a passionate environmentalist. As an incumbent councillor I'll represent you with commitment, experience and the respect of my colleagues.

My priorities
  1. Continue to ensure meaningful climate action in our city, by every business, whānau and individual.
  2. Provide a voice for nature, advocating for the protection and enhancement of our natural environment.
  3. Centre communities at the heart of discussions, planning and decision-making, so we all can thrive.
Current role

Eastern Ward Councillor, Hutt City Council

Before politics

Environmental educator

Residence

Naenae

Age

46

Connect via

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