Timaru District Council
The Timaru 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 Timaru 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 Timaru District Council election.
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Tony Bunting
Why I'm standing
I love Timaru district, having been a part of this community since childhood. Strong families are foundational to society, and as a husband, father and grandfather I want to secure a strong foundation for future generations. I am and will continue to be invested in our community.
About me
My work in the health, education and trades sectors gives me a broad approach. Being self employed, I offer flexibility to prioritise council matters. Strong communication and mediation skills gives me confidence to ask the hard questions and make independent decisions that reflect our people.
My priorities
- Proactively advance decisions and progress on CBD revitalisation and current projects.
- Fiscal responsibility with the intention of reducing intergenerational debt.
- Question environmental political ideology that threatens the livelihood of our people.
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