NZ Local Elections 2025

Albert-Eden Local Board

Ōwairaka 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.

Candidates

Policies

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John Eric Leach

John Eric Leach

Emma McInnes

Emma McInnes

City Vision

Margi Watson

Margi Watson

City Vision

Jacqui Tay

Jacqui Tay

City Vision

Ross Bannan

Ross Bannan

C&R - Communities and Residents

Marcus Bosch

Marcus Bosch

C&R - Communities and Residents

Redwan Islam

Redwan Islam

C&R - Communities and Residents

Christina Jane Ringer Robertson

Christina Jane Ringer Robertson

City Vision

Matt Zwartz

Matt Zwartz

Margi Watson

City Vision

| Albert-Eden Local Board Deputy Chair

Margi Watson

City Vision

| Albert-Eden Local Board Deputy Chair

Why I'm standing

I love the area and want to make it even better than it already is. I passionately believe council needs to connect and listen to the community, fund projects that make the area accessible for all and support community groups to do great things. I want to help build neighbourhoods and a city that cares about its people. I've done a lot since I was first elected, but there's still more we can do together.

About me

I have a mix of strong skills. I grew up in Albert-Eden and am the current board deputy chair. I trained as a nurse and now focus on contributing to good local and regional governance. I have 15 years experience at council in a variety of roles as well as sitting on school boards, a licensing trust and the Auckland Light Rail Establishment Board. Most importantly, I listen, I care and want to contribute.

My priorities
  1. Support locals to create stronger, more connected communities.
  2. Make decisions and fund projects that create a healthier environment.
  3. Plan for a brighter future for the area and the city.
Current role

Albert-Eden Local Board Deputy Chair

Residence

Albert-Eden

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Why I'm standing

I love the area and want to make it even better than it already is. I passionately believe council needs to connect and listen to the community, fund projects that make the area accessible for all and support community groups to do great things. I want to help build neighbourhoods and a city that cares about its people. I've done a lot since I was first elected, but there's still more we can do together.

About me

I have a mix of strong skills. I grew up in Albert-Eden and am the current board deputy chair. I trained as a nurse and now focus on contributing to good local and regional governance. I have 15 years experience at council in a variety of roles as well as sitting on school boards, a licensing trust and the Auckland Light Rail Establishment Board. Most importantly, I listen, I care and want to contribute.

My priorities
  1. Support locals to create stronger, more connected communities.
  2. Make decisions and fund projects that create a healthier environment.
  3. Plan for a brighter future for the area and the city.
Current role

Albert-Eden Local Board Deputy Chair

Residence

Albert-Eden

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