2022

Mayor of Upper Hutt

The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the city and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. 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 Upper Hutt City Council mayoral election.

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Hellen Swales

Hellen Swales

Angela McLeod

Angela McLeod

Wayne Guppy

Wayne Guppy

Blair Griffiths

Blair Griffiths

Keith Bennett

Keith Bennett

Blair Griffiths

Upper Hutt City Councillor

Blair Griffiths

Upper Hutt City Councillor

Why I'm standing

I have been on council for nine years and in that time I have learned a lot of the skills required to continue leading our city into the future. With a mild manor, strong will and friendly disposition I believe I can lead a cohesive group of independent minds around the Upper Hutt City Council table. Vote Blair for Mayor. #blairformayor

About me

As a self employed business person for the last 25 plus years, employing many staff and nine years on council, including chairing committees, I have a large range of experience to lead us into the future.

My priorities
  1. Stalling amalgamation while encouraging shared services.
  2. Ensure a strong voice within the regional groups to make sure we never end up the smallest sibling.
  3. Ensure and encourage safety and vibrancy in our city.
Current role

Upper Hutt City Councillor

Before politics

Self Employed

Residence

Whitemans Valley

Age

48

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Why I'm standing

I have been on council for nine years and in that time I have learned a lot of the skills required to continue leading our city into the future. With a mild manor, strong will and friendly disposition I believe I can lead a cohesive group of independent minds around the Upper Hutt City Council table. Vote Blair for Mayor. #blairformayor

About me

As a self employed business person for the last 25 plus years, employing many staff and nine years on council, including chairing committees, I have a large range of experience to lead us into the future.

My priorities
  1. Stalling amalgamation while encouraging shared services.
  2. Ensure a strong voice within the regional groups to make sure we never end up the smallest sibling.
  3. Ensure and encourage safety and vibrancy in our city.
Current role

Upper Hutt City Councillor

Before politics

Self Employed

Residence

Whitemans Valley

Age

48

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