2022

South Wairarapa District Council

Featherston Ward

The South Wairarapa 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). Three councillors will be elected from the Featherston 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 South Wairarapa District Council election.

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Phil Blackwood

Jack Grabham

Claire Bleakley

Melissa Sadler-Futter

Rebecca Gray

Colin Olds

Garrick Emms

Jack Grabham

Independent

Jack Grabham

Independent

Why I'm standing

I am running for Featherston because I see a town that has so much potential in 2022 that is not being realised.

About me

I have been a small business owner, have spent 17 years as a business advisor and consultant, and am a father of 4 sons. I believe in progress and planning long term strategies that our children and grandchildren will get to enjoy.

My priorities

Smooth transition to Three Waters. I am a supporter of it and want to make the transition smooth for us.
Robust WiFi in the CBD. This will help existing business and can entice new business to the area.
Transparency. I want to rebuild trust in the council that I have seen has been damaged recently.

Before politics

Business Advisor

Residence

Featherston

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Why I'm standing

I am running for Featherston because I see a town that has so much potential in 2022 that is not being realised.

About me

My priorities

Smooth transition to Three Waters. I am a supporter of it and want to make the transition smooth for us.
Robust WiFi in the CBD. This will help existing business and can entice new business to the area.
Transparency. I want to rebuild trust in the council that I have seen has been damaged recently.

Before politics

Business Advisor

Residence

Featherston

Age

Connect via

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