NZ Local Elections 2025

Albert-Eden Local Board

Maungawhau Subdivision
The Albert-Eden Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of eight members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. four members will be elected from your area. 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 Albert-Eden Local Board election.

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Michelle Hope Thorp

Michelle Hope Thorp

City Vision

John Stockan William McCallum

John Stockan William McCallum

Jonty Carroll

Jonty Carroll

City Vision

Jose Fowler

Jose Fowler

C&R - Communities and Residents

Mark Graham

Mark Graham

City Vision

Rex Francis Smith

Rex Francis Smith

C&R - Communities and Residents

Jack Tan

Jack Tan

C&R - Communities and Residents

William Paul Chalmers

William Paul Chalmers

City Vision

Kendyl Jay Smith

Kendyl Jay Smith

C&R - Communities and Residents

Paul Sun

Paul Sun

Independent

Jonty Carroll

City Vision

Jonty Carroll

City Vision

Why I'm standing

I've lived in Mt Eden most of my life and love this community. I'm a disability rights activist and work in customer service. I'm neurodivergent (autistic and ADHD), and while identity can be political, it's also personal. I'm standing because I don't see disabled people represented in local decision-making. I want to bring a disabled voice to the table and help create a more inclusive, accessible community for everyone.

About me

I've worked in customer service at the zoo for four years, helping people and learning to understand diverse needs. I hold a BA Honours in Politics from the University of Auckland and lead the local Green Party branch. These roles have taught me that everyone's needs are different—and that representation matters. I bring both lived experience and leadership, with the knowledge and commitment needed to serve effectively as an elected representative.

My priorities
  1. Advocate for disability support and disability pride.
  2. Protect the environment by making Albert-Eden the most sustainable area in the city.
  3. Fix the cost of living by making affordable homes a right.
Residence

Mont Eden

Age

27

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Why I'm standing

I've lived in Mt Eden most of my life and love this community. I'm a disability rights activist and work in customer service. I'm neurodivergent (autistic and ADHD), and while identity can be political, it's also personal. I'm standing because I don't see disabled people represented in local decision-making. I want to bring a disabled voice to the table and help create a more inclusive, accessible community for everyone.

About me

I've worked in customer service at the zoo for four years, helping people and learning to understand diverse needs. I hold a BA Honours in Politics from the University of Auckland and lead the local Green Party branch. These roles have taught me that everyone's needs are different—and that representation matters. I bring both lived experience and leadership, with the knowledge and commitment needed to serve effectively as an elected representative.

My priorities
  1. Advocate for disability support and disability pride.
  2. Protect the environment by making Albert-Eden the most sustainable area in the city.
  3. Fix the cost of living by making affordable homes a right.
Residence

Mont Eden

Age

27

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