2022

West Coast Regional Council

Buller Constituency

The West Coast 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 seven councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). Two councillors will be elected from the Buller 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 West Coast Regional Council election.

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Paul Finlay

Graham (Ken) Howard-Mills

Kair Lippiatt

F.T. Dooley

Paul Reynolds

Stephen Griffin

Charlie Bruning

Dave Hawes

Mark McIntyre

Matt Ambler

Rosco Moore

Kair Lippiatt

Independent

Kair Lippiatt

Independent

Why I'm standing

I believe Aotearoa New Zealand has an environment unique in the world. That environment needs to be recognised, so that we can work together to protect it for the generations to come.

About me

I live in Granity and I've personal experience of coastal inundation – I've seen the sea relentlessly rolling into my garden. I work on projects and I'm used to getting things done. I listen to people and work together to find common ground. I welcome original thinking and new ideas.

My priorities

Protect the environment. Stop the decline of native forests. Safe swimmable rivers.
Planning for climate retreat.
Public transport routes for the coast.

Before politics

Project Engineer

Residence

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Why I'm standing

I believe Aotearoa New Zealand has an environment unique in the world. That environment needs to be recognised, so that we can work together to protect it for the generations to come.

About me

My priorities

Protect the environment. Stop the decline of native forests. Safe swimmable rivers.
Planning for climate retreat.
Public transport routes for the coast.

Before politics

Project Engineer

Residence

Granity

Age

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