NZ Local Elections 2025

Auckland Council

Manurewa-Papakura Ward
The Auckland Council makes strategic decisions for Auckland on public transport, urban planning, environmental protection and other big issues. The council provides funding to local boards to provide public services in their areas, and manages council-controlled organisations which provide infrastructure, such as public transport, water and sewerage. The councillors and mayor make up the governing body, which shares governance of Auckland Council with the 21 local boards. The governing body is made up of 20 councillors plus the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in Auckland). two councillors will be elected from your 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 Auckland Council election.

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Glenn William Archibald

Glenn William Archibald

Independent

Matt Winiata

Matt Winiata

Manurewa-Papakura Action Team

Tofa Winterstein

Tofa Winterstein

Angela Cunningham-Marino

Angela Cunningham-Marino

#LoveManurewa

Karin Kerr

Karin Kerr

Independent

Joseph Allan

Joseph Allan

#LoveManurewaPapakura

Daniel Newman

Daniel Newman

Manurewa-Papakura Action Team

Angela Cunningham-Marino

#LoveManurewa

| Manurewa Local Board member

Angela Cunningham-Marino

#LoveManurewa

| Manurewa Local Board member

Why I'm standing

Manurewa-Papakura has been my lifelong home. With 44 years in the Police and strong local leadership experience, I'm standing to continue building safer neighbourhoods, better services, and stronger support for our diverse community. I want to ensure fair funding for local needs, improve facilities, and back initiatives that help families, youth, seniors, and the vulnerable.

About me

I've proven I can deliver—securing funding, upgrading parks, supporting free sports for kids, and strengthening community services. My Police career and local board service show my commitment, fairness, and ability to get results. With deep roots in Manurewa-Papakura and the perseverance of 113 marathons, I'll continue working tirelessly for our community.

My priorities
  1. Secure equitable regional funding, ending years of deferrals while central projects take priority.
  2. Commit to complete essential local projects like Ōpaheke Park and the Puhinui Stream Regeneration.
  3. Upgrade playgrounds and facilities in accordance with community priorities.
Current role

Manurewa Local Board member

Residence

Manurewa

Age

63

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Why I'm standing

Manurewa-Papakura has been my lifelong home. With 44 years in the Police and strong local leadership experience, I'm standing to continue building safer neighbourhoods, better services, and stronger support for our diverse community. I want to ensure fair funding for local needs, improve facilities, and back initiatives that help families, youth, seniors, and the vulnerable.

About me

I've proven I can deliver—securing funding, upgrading parks, supporting free sports for kids, and strengthening community services. My Police career and local board service show my commitment, fairness, and ability to get results. With deep roots in Manurewa-Papakura and the perseverance of 113 marathons, I'll continue working tirelessly for our community.

My priorities
  1. Secure equitable regional funding, ending years of deferrals while central projects take priority.
  2. Commit to complete essential local projects like Ōpaheke Park and the Puhinui Stream Regeneration.
  3. Upgrade playgrounds and facilities in accordance with community priorities.
Current role

Manurewa Local Board member

Residence

Manurewa

Age

63

Connect via

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