NZ Local Elections 2025

Auckland Council

Waitakere 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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Peter Chan

Peter Chan

Independent

Jim Cornes

Jim Cornes

Independent

Kay Luv

Kay Luv

Michael Coote

Michael Coote

Independent

Seamus Sambhu Lal

Seamus Sambhu Lal

Shane Henderson

Shane Henderson

Labour

Serge Roud

Serge Roud

Linda Cooper

Linda Cooper

Sunil Kaushal

Sunil Kaushal

WestWards

Ingrid Papau

Ingrid Papau

Independent

Ken Turner

Ken Turner

WestWards

Jessica Rose

Jessica Rose

Future West

Ingrid Papau

Independent

| Henderson-Massey Local Board

Ingrid Papau

Independent

| Henderson-Massey Local Board

Why I'm standing

I believe local government is more important now than ever; decisions made close to the people they affect have tremendous value. I am standing for re-election to ensure we continue to get the investment we need for our West Auckland community.

About me

I am known for being experienced and hardworking; having served six years governing on the Henderson-Massey local board, 17 years in small business ownership and operation, four years governing a school (BOT) and serving on numerous community volunteer projects. I am well-connected and responsive to our community. I collaborate and work positively with others to get things done and I ask the hard questions and listen to expert advice.

My priorities
  1. Create thriving communities by committing to vibrant neighbourhoods that are safe and connected.
  2. Fight for infrastructure to support the growth in the area.
  3. Invest in environmental protection and climate resilience including water quality and flood protection.
Current role

Henderson-Massey Local Board

Residence

Te Atatu, Auckland

Age

41

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Why I'm standing

I believe local government is more important now than ever; decisions made close to the people they affect have tremendous value. I am standing for re-election to ensure we continue to get the investment we need for our West Auckland community.

About me

I am known for being experienced and hardworking; having served six years governing on the Henderson-Massey local board, 17 years in small business ownership and operation, four years governing a school (BOT) and serving on numerous community volunteer projects. I am well-connected and responsive to our community. I collaborate and work positively with others to get things done and I ask the hard questions and listen to expert advice.

My priorities
  1. Create thriving communities by committing to vibrant neighbourhoods that are safe and connected.
  2. Fight for infrastructure to support the growth in the area.
  3. Invest in environmental protection and climate resilience including water quality and flood protection.
Current role

Henderson-Massey Local Board

Residence

Te Atatu, Auckland

Age

41

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