Ruapehu District Council
The Ruapehu 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 nine councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Six councillors will be elected from the Ruapehu General 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 Ruapehu District Council election.
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Janelle Hinch
Why I'm standing
As a businesswoman and a homeowner, I recognise the importance in council's role in facilitating the lifestyle that those who live here are lucky enough to enjoy. I stand as a passionate voice for our district to ensure decisions that reflect what we want our future to look like.
About me
I have experienced Ruapehu as a visitor, a seasonaire and as a full time local. I have worked in hospitality, tourism, governance and now own a manufacturing business, exporting from Ruapehu. I understand the challenges our people face and I will continue to be an open and sincere liaison between council and community.
My priorities
- Develop a strong and diversified economic base to combat the effects of our district's seasonality.
- Ensure spending is distributed fairly throughout the district to ensure equal opportunities.
- Make decisions focused on both environmental and economic sustainability. Our future depends on it.
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