Whanganui District Council
The Whanganui 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 12 councillors and the mayor. 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 Whanganui District Council election.
Whanganui District Council candidates
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Kate Joblin
Helen Craig
DC Harding
Glenda Brown
Andreas Bodenstein
Rob Vinsen
B Jones
Rory Smith
James Barron
Charlotte Melser
Aisha Beazley
Dave Hill
Dan Jackson
Michael Law
Josh Chandulal-Mackay
Jenny Duncan
Phillip (Bear) Reweti
Scott Phillips
Peter Oskam
Ross Fallen
Cerise Packer
Rod Trott
Roy Brown
Charlie Anderson
Philippa Baker Hogan
James Newell
Gill Howard
Aisha Beazley
Why I'm standing
I am standing for Whanganui district council because we need Māori representation within our district table and decision-making processes especially when Te Awa Tupua is involved. Also I am standing because our council needs Whanganui uri to be working with council to ensure that our tamariki (children) and mokokōpuna (grandchildren) are thriving and successful in what ever they aspire to achieve. Furthermore, I am standing to inspire all Māori to stand for council and government.
About me
I have four years of governance experience with Te Kōhanga reo o Parikino (Parikino early learning nest). During my time at Parikino I held numerous executive committee positions such as co-treasurer, secretary, payroll authoriser, and bank authoriser. At times during covid lockdowns, I have had to facilitate and chair our online hui. I am studying my third year of my bachelor in bicultural social work. I aspire to continue with my masters and PhD.
My priorities
- Homeless night shelter with basic facilities 24/7 to access showers and kitchen facilities.
- Te Awa Tupua Act (2017) and Tupua te kawa to guide all Whanganui district council processes.
- Localised community-led decision-making, power and control of council assets stays local.
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