2022

Manawatū District Council

Manawatū Rural General Ward

The Manawatū 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 11 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Five councillors will be elected from the Manawatū Rural 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 Manawatū District Council election.

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Steve Bielski

Brynn Neilson

Fiona Underwood

Colin McFadzean

Alison Short

Andrew Quarrie

Steve Bielski

Manawatū District Councillor

Steve Bielski

Manawatū District Councillor

Why I'm standing

To ensure a rural voice in council and push against central government over-reach and interference.

About me

I have been involved with community matters and issues for over 37 years, including nine years as an Manawatū District Councillor. I have a wealth of local experience and knowledge in multiple areas concerning our communities both urban and rural.

My priorities

Developing the assets within each community within Manawatū to create growth and wealth.
Resist the selling-off of food-productive land for carbon credits, breaking the Paris Accord.
Resist central government take-over of our local assets and local government.

Current role

Manawatū District Councillor

Before politics

Sheep farmer

Residence

Rangiwahia

Age

No response

Why I'm standing

To ensure a rural voice in council and push against central government over-reach and interference.

About me

My priorities

Developing the assets within each community within Manawatū to create growth and wealth.
Resist the selling-off of food-productive land for carbon credits, breaking the Paris Accord.
Resist central government take-over of our local assets and local government.

Current role

Manawatū District Councillor

Before politics

Sheep farmer

Residence

Rangiwahia

Age

No response

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