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
Glenda Brown
Why I'm standing
I proudly call Whanganui home where, together with my husband, we have raised our family, launched a growing national business, and have a passion to see our region thrive. I bring governance, business and community passion to the council. Living in Whanganui is a treat, doing business in Whanganui is a privilege, and to serve our community on the Whanganui Council would be an honour.
About me
I have over 20 years of governance experience on local school boards of trustees and in business. I am a registered business mentor and a member of the Institute of Directors. I am presently the Chair of the Whanganui Chamber of Commerce. I believe I can bring a wide range of experience and a business lens to the table.
My priorities
- Back business: I am passionate to see businesses continue to succeed in our region.
- Retain our regional voice: advocate for services that suits us best during these reforms.
- Foster wellbeing in the community: rveryone deserves to have a place to call home.
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