2022

Whangārei District Council

Bream Bay General Ward
The Whangārei 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 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Two councillors will be elected from the Bream Bay 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 Whangārei District Council election.

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Steve Bean

Steve Bean

Phil Halse

Phil Halse

Ken Couper

Ken Couper

Shilane Shirkey

Shilane Shirkey

Ken Couper

Whangārei District Council (Bream Bay General Ward)

Ken Couper

Whangārei District Council (Bream Bay General Ward)

Why I'm standing

I believe that Whangārei deserves strong, fair leadership to guide the council to work for the betterment of the district. This leadership comes in many forms, like bringing decision-makers together, being present, having knowledge, listening, guiding the council staff, and working with central government in Wellington. It will be my job as mayor to bring the council together to focus our strategy on what is important for ratepayers.

About me

I am a city councillor, local farmer, and I have formed many strong relationships over my time working for the community and says these relationships are the key to getting things done.

My priorities
  1. Value for ratepayers
  2. Strong communities in a family friendly, safe environment.
  3. More and better jobs
Current role

Whangārei District Council (Bream Bay General Ward)

Before politics

Farmer and business person

Residence

Bream Bay

Age

No response

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Why I'm standing

I believe that Whangārei deserves strong, fair leadership to guide the council to work for the betterment of the district. This leadership comes in many forms, like bringing decision-makers together, being present, having knowledge, listening, guiding the council staff, and working with central government in Wellington. It will be my job as mayor to bring the council together to focus our strategy on what is important for ratepayers.

About me

I am a city councillor, local farmer, and I have formed many strong relationships over my time working for the community and says these relationships are the key to getting things done.

My priorities
  1. Value for ratepayers
  2. Strong communities in a family friendly, safe environment.
  3. More and better jobs
Current role

Whangārei District Council (Bream Bay General Ward)

Before politics

Farmer and business person

Residence

Bream Bay

Age

No response

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