2022

Mayor of New Plymouth

The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the district and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the New Plymouth District Council mayoral election.

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Sam Bennett

Sam Bennett

Greg Mackay

Greg Mackay

Peter Hardgrave

Peter Hardgrave

Neil Holdom

Neil Holdom

Dinnie Moeahu

Dinnie Moeahu

Shaun Clare

Shaun Clare

Murray Chong

Murray Chong

Muzz McDowell

Muzz McDowell

Greg Mackay

Greg Mackay

Why I'm standing

I have noticed in the past few years that our beautiful city/towns showcased what a wonderful place it could be. My mayor concerns is the values of grass roots and infrastructure deteriorating. I wish to bring back old fashioned values of community spirit and support small business and utilise our resources that we already have.

About me

I am a straight up hands on, down to earth, honest caring person whom puts people before myself. Born and lived in New Plymouth all my life. Serving as an apprentice Engineer at Port Taranaki Qualifying. A union delegate for many years. Built my home alongside builders when required. Have been in business for around 40 years. Developing two childcare commercial properties. In those years employing around 15 – 20 staff.

My priorities
  1. Save Our Three Waters and putting all of our assets into a co-operative. Stop water meters.
  2. Financial Revamp. Paying back Debt. Cutting down expenditure.
  3. Replacement/Repair aging infrastructure. Adding new infrastructure.
Before politics

Self-employed

Residence

Highlands Park

Age

61

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Why I'm standing

I have noticed in the past few years that our beautiful city/towns showcased what a wonderful place it could be. My mayor concerns is the values of grass roots and infrastructure deteriorating. I wish to bring back old fashioned values of community spirit and support small business and utilise our resources that we already have.

About me

I am a straight up hands on, down to earth, honest caring person whom puts people before myself. Born and lived in New Plymouth all my life. Serving as an apprentice Engineer at Port Taranaki Qualifying. A union delegate for many years. Built my home alongside builders when required. Have been in business for around 40 years. Developing two childcare commercial properties. In those years employing around 15 – 20 staff.

My priorities
  1. Save Our Three Waters and putting all of our assets into a co-operative. Stop water meters.
  2. Financial Revamp. Paying back Debt. Cutting down expenditure.
  3. Replacement/Repair aging infrastructure. Adding new infrastructure.
Before politics

Self-employed

Residence

Highlands Park

Age

61

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