2022

Western Bay of Plenty District Council

Maketu-Te Puke 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 Maketu-Te Puke 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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Grant Dally

Grant Dally

Kim Williams

Kim Williams

John Scrimgeour

John Scrimgeour

Richard Crawford

Richard Crawford

Paul Haimona

Paul Haimona

Rewi Boy Corbett

Rewi Boy Corbett

Kassie Ellis

Kassie Ellis

Attiya Andrew

Attiya Andrew

Andy Wichers

Andy Wichers

Anish Paudel

Anish Paudel

Shane William Beech

Shane William Beech

Kris Murray

Kris Murray

John Scrimgeour

Deputy Mayor WBOPDC

John Scrimgeour

Deputy Mayor WBOPDC

Why I'm standing

I want to protect the lifestyle we enjoy in this wonderful part of the world so that future generations can continue to experience the things we enjoy now.

About me

I have spent many years involved in community service and running my own business, followed by nine years on council. I am a thoughtful and honest person. Even my wife says I am a good listener. These experiences and attributes have prepared me well to lead council.

My priorities
  1. With our district impacted by Tauranga roading bottlenecks we need these sorted forthwith.
  2. Resolve the long-standing need for a new swimming pool in Te Puke.
  3. Seek solutions to traffic congestion in Katikati.
Current role

Deputy Mayor WBOPDC

Before politics

Farmer/Orchadist

Residence

Pongakawa

Age

69

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Why I'm standing

I want to protect the lifestyle we enjoy in this wonderful part of the world so that future generations can continue to experience the things we enjoy now.

About me

I have spent many years involved in community service and running my own business, followed by nine years on council. I am a thoughtful and honest person. Even my wife says I am a good listener. These experiences and attributes have prepared me well to lead council.

My priorities
  1. With our district impacted by Tauranga roading bottlenecks we need these sorted forthwith.
  2. Resolve the long-standing need for a new swimming pool in Te Puke.
  3. Seek solutions to traffic congestion in Katikati.
Current role

Deputy Mayor WBOPDC

Before politics

Farmer/Orchadist

Residence

Pongakawa

Age

69

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