2022

Western Bay of Plenty District Council

Kaimai Ward
The Western Bay of Plenty 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 11 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Four councillors will be elected from the Kaimai 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 Western Bay of Plenty District Council election.

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Murray Grainger

Murray Grainger

Margaret Murray-Benge

Margaret Murray-Benge

Matthew Farrell

Matthew Farrell

Suaree Borell

Suaree Borell

Tracey Coxhead

Tracey Coxhead

Don Thwaites

Don Thwaites

Matua Parkinson

Matua Parkinson

Margaret Murray-Benge

Councillor, Kaimai Ward, Western Bay of Plenty District.

Margaret Murray-Benge

Councillor, Kaimai Ward, Western Bay of Plenty District.

Why I'm standing

I believe Western Bay is a wonderful part of the country, but it could be even better with better council leadership. I am keen to work with a new mayor to drive that improvement.

About me

I moved to the Kaimai ward 20 years ago and, while I now live in Bethlehem, I am very familiar with the area. Moreover, I have extensive experience in local government, having been a local councillor for most of my life – for 18 years in Christchurch and for 15 years in the Western Bay. That experience can continue to be of great benefit to urban and rural residents alike.

My priorities
  1. Ensure sufficient land is zoned for housing to ensure improved housing affordability.
  2. Pressure central government to upgrade State Highway 2 and State Highway 29 urgently, especially between Te Puna and Omokoroa.
  3. Minimise rate increases by ensuring council operations are as efficient as possible.
Current role

Councillor, Kaimai Ward, Western Bay of Plenty District.

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Why I'm standing

I believe Western Bay is a wonderful part of the country, but it could be even better with better council leadership. I am keen to work with a new mayor to drive that improvement.

About me

I moved to the Kaimai ward 20 years ago and, while I now live in Bethlehem, I am very familiar with the area. Moreover, I have extensive experience in local government, having been a local councillor for most of my life – for 18 years in Christchurch and for 15 years in the Western Bay. That experience can continue to be of great benefit to urban and rural residents alike.

My priorities
  1. Ensure sufficient land is zoned for housing to ensure improved housing affordability.
  2. Pressure central government to upgrade State Highway 2 and State Highway 29 urgently, especially between Te Puna and Omokoroa.
  3. Minimise rate increases by ensuring council operations are as efficient as possible.
Current role

Councillor, Kaimai Ward, Western Bay of Plenty District.

Before politics

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Residence

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Age

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