Mackenzie District Council

Pukaki Ward
The Mackenzie 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 seven councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Pukaki 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 Mackenzie District Council election.

Zhivannah Cole

Independent

Zhivannah Cole

Independent

Why I'm standing

I love our district and want to preserve our cultural heritage and environment for future generations.

About me

I believe it is time for the younger generations to engage with the local democratic system and have their say in the future of our district. I value accountability, transparency and equality and will fight to ensure local government actions reflect the needs of our people now and for generations to come. I have experience in Corporate Quality and Risk Management, Health Advocacy Services, and freelance Small Business Consulting.

My priorities
  1. Retain local ownership and management of water assets under proposed Three Waters reforms.
  2. Form risk management strategies to build resilience against severe weather events/natural disasters.
  3. Improve community engagement strategies and council responsiveness to community needs.
Before politics

Bar Manager

Residence

Twizel

Age

30

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Why I'm standing

I love our district and want to preserve our cultural heritage and environment for future generations.

About me

I believe it is time for the younger generations to engage with the local democratic system and have their say in the future of our district. I value accountability, transparency and equality and will fight to ensure local government actions reflect the needs of our people now and for generations to come. I have experience in Corporate Quality and Risk Management, Health Advocacy Services, and freelance Small Business Consulting.

My priorities
  1. Retain local ownership and management of water assets under proposed Three Waters reforms.
  2. Form risk management strategies to build resilience against severe weather events/natural disasters.
  3. Improve community engagement strategies and council responsiveness to community needs.
Before politics

Bar Manager

Residence

Twizel

Age

30

Connect via