New Plymouth District Council
The New Plymouth 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 14 councillors and the mayor. This election is for the five councillors elected by all voters in the city. The other councillors will be elected to represent wards (areas in the city). 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 election.
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Hepa Te Moana
Why I'm standing
I was voluntold by a group of 16 people whom I deeply respect that I should stand as I am a former state kid who has a broad view of Aotearoa. Moving from house to house during my upbringing created an expert in me being able to explain and re-explain difficult topics amongst diverse groups ranging in cultures, values and ages.
About me
Once again, being a ward of the state as a kid gave me the wide perspective of an adult and forged an ability to be able to listen with no agenda in mind other than to listen. I will be good because I can see past duality. Life isn't yes or no – it's context and I'm great at getting the context from people to make shit happen.
My priorities
- Improve public transport, as a lot of our key concerns could be addressed from just that.
- Create a mental health and wellness policy for New Plymouth District Council to commit to.
- Increase the usage of our sports facilities in the smaller regional areas of Taranaki.
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