Palmerston North City Council

Te Hirawanui General Ward
The Palmerston North 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 15 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). 13 councillors will be elected from the Te Hirawanui ward. 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 Palmerston North City Council election.

Brent Barrett

Green

| City Councillor, Palmerston North City Council

Brent Barrett

Green

| City Councillor, Palmerston North City Council

Why I'm standing

Simply put, I've got more work to do. The council needs a strong focus on getting the basics right, and a strong response at a local level to the climate and inequality crises we face. With your vote, I'll keep working for a healthier river, improved transport choice and road safety, climate action, and housing for everyone. I take each council decision seriously as we develop and deliver community-led plans for our city's future.

About me

As a Green-endorsed city councillor, for two terms I've built a track-record of working effectively with community and council colleagues to help our city be more liveable, vibrant and future-ready while navigating covid. A diligent, capable representative who listens and gets involved, I'm focused on managing the growth pressures we face, responding to the climate crisis, and ensuring basic services are delivered well. A scientist and environmental advocate, my approach is evidence-based and solution-oriented.

My priorities
  1. Climate solutions that cut emissions and improve our city and our personal well-being.
  2. A healthy Manawatū River at the centre of our outdoor play and recreation networks.
  3. A more vibrant city centre, people-friendly neighbourhoods and villages.
Current role

City Councillor, Palmerston North City Council

Before politics

Scientist

Residence

Hokowhitu

Age

49

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Why I'm standing

Simply put, I've got more work to do. The council needs a strong focus on getting the basics right, and a strong response at a local level to the climate and inequality crises we face. With your vote, I'll keep working for a healthier river, improved transport choice and road safety, climate action, and housing for everyone. I take each council decision seriously as we develop and deliver community-led plans for our city's future.

About me

As a Green-endorsed city councillor, for two terms I've built a track-record of working effectively with community and council colleagues to help our city be more liveable, vibrant and future-ready while navigating covid. A diligent, capable representative who listens and gets involved, I'm focused on managing the growth pressures we face, responding to the climate crisis, and ensuring basic services are delivered well. A scientist and environmental advocate, my approach is evidence-based and solution-oriented.

My priorities
  1. Climate solutions that cut emissions and improve our city and our personal well-being.
  2. A healthy Manawatū River at the centre of our outdoor play and recreation networks.
  3. A more vibrant city centre, people-friendly neighbourhoods and villages.
Current role

City Councillor, Palmerston North City Council

Before politics

Scientist

Residence

Hokowhitu

Age

49

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