2022

Waikato Regional Council

Waipā-King Country General Constituency
The Waikato Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). Two councillors will be elected from the Waipā-King Country constituency. 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 Waikato Regional Council election.

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Judy Sherriff

Judy Sherriff

Barry Quayle

Barry Quayle

Stu Kneebone

Stu Kneebone

Clyde Graf

Clyde Graf

Barry Quayle

Chair Waikato Regional Council and Chair Finance Committee

Barry Quayle

Chair Waikato Regional Council and Chair Finance Committee

Why I'm standing

I have developed a broad experience and understanding of local government. Colleagues describe my ability to lead, facilitate and achieve the best outcomes. While General Manager of Fieldays (20 years), I connected with the agriculture sector and the region to significantly develop the event and benefits for the region. Together with my business experience and social understanding, I believe I have further to offer the district and region.

About me

I strive to exceed expectations and focus on strategy and innovation to achieve outcomes that are not just a reflection of yesterday. I am a volunteer at Fieldays and have a Life Membership. I am currently Chair of the Regional Council and Chair Finance committee and became a councillor in 2017.

My priorities
  1. Ensure the regional council engages better with other councils and the community.
  2. Ensure the ratepayers' dollars are applied for the best outcome.
  3. Ensure our region is more resilient to floods and the effects of climate change.
Current role

Chair Waikato Regional Council and Chair Finance Committee

Before politics

Executive Braemar Hospital

Residence

Cambridge from Oct/Nov 22

Age

69

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Why I'm standing

I have developed a broad experience and understanding of local government. Colleagues describe my ability to lead, facilitate and achieve the best outcomes. While General Manager of Fieldays (20 years), I connected with the agriculture sector and the region to significantly develop the event and benefits for the region. Together with my business experience and social understanding, I believe I have further to offer the district and region.

About me

I strive to exceed expectations and focus on strategy and innovation to achieve outcomes that are not just a reflection of yesterday. I am a volunteer at Fieldays and have a Life Membership. I am currently Chair of the Regional Council and Chair Finance committee and became a councillor in 2017.

My priorities
  1. Ensure the regional council engages better with other councils and the community.
  2. Ensure the ratepayers' dollars are applied for the best outcome.
  3. Ensure our region is more resilient to floods and the effects of climate change.
Current role

Chair Waikato Regional Council and Chair Finance Committee

Before politics

Executive Braemar Hospital

Residence

Cambridge from Oct/Nov 22

Age

69

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