Waihopai Toetoe Community Board

The Waihopai Toetoe Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Southland District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of eight members: seven members elected by voters, and one councillor from the Southland District Council.  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 Waihopai Toetoe Community Board election.

Andrea Straith

Waihopai Toetoe Community Board Member

Andrea Straith

Waihopai Toetoe Community Board Member

Why I'm standing

I believe that all of our communities deserve a voice, and I am not afraid to speak up in support of the community's views and needs.

About me

I am employed in the rural sector, and I am passionate about supporting our farmers, so they also are listened to.

My priorities
  1. Work with government agencies to make sure our roads are well maintained for the future.
  2. Introduce a user-friendly waste-minimising process, for a better environmental impact.
  3. Create outdoor spaces for our communities to use as safe environments for their families.
Current role

Waihopai Toetoe Community Board Member

Before politics

Rural Supplies Store Manager

Residence

Woodlands

Age

43

Why I'm standing

I believe that all of our communities deserve a voice, and I am not afraid to speak up in support of the community's views and needs.

About me

I am employed in the rural sector, and I am passionate about supporting our farmers, so they also are listened to.

My priorities
  1. Work with government agencies to make sure our roads are well maintained for the future.
  2. Introduce a user-friendly waste-minimising process, for a better environmental impact.
  3. Create outdoor spaces for our communities to use as safe environments for their families.
Current role

Waihopai Toetoe Community Board Member

Before politics

Rural Supplies Store Manager

Residence

Woodlands

Age

43