2022

Thames-Coromandel District Council

Mercury Bay Ward

The Thames-Coromandel 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 Mercury Bay 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 Thames-Coromandel District Council election.

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Deli Connell

John Grant

Candice Van de Ven

Ivan William Steenhuis

Grahame Christian

Rekha Giri-Percival

Caroline Hobman

John Grant

Independent

John Grant

Independent

Why I'm standing

I'm passionate about my local area and see considerable change ahead that I have the skills to manage.

About me

I have a combination of senior management and governance through being on the board of large companies and an open communication approach.

My priorities

Improve communication between council and the local community to improve council effectiveness.
To seek greater focus on the needs of MB reflecting rateable properties compared to other wards.
To do everything possible to support an area with strong growth representing all rate payers needs.

Before politics

Radio Station Owner

Residence

Whitianga

Age

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Why I'm standing

I'm passionate about my local area and see considerable change ahead that I have the skills to manage.

About me

I have a combination of senior management and governance through being on the board of large companies and an open communication approach.

My priorities

Improve communication between council and the local community to improve council effectiveness.
To seek greater focus on the needs of MB reflecting rateable properties compared to other wards.
To do everything possible to support an area with strong growth representing all rate payers needs.

Before politics

Radio Station Owner

Residence

Whitianga

Age

Connect via

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