NZ Local Elections 2025

Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Kōhi Māori Constituency
The Bay of Plenty Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). one councillor will be elected from the Kōhi Māori constituency. 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 Bay of Plenty Regional Council election.

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Karamea Insley

Karamea Insley

Chris

Mawera Karetai

Mawera Karetai

Ngapera Rangiaho

Ngapera Rangiaho

Independent

Jackie Te Amo-te Kurapa

Jackie Te Amo-te Kurapa

Karamea Insley

Chris

Karamea Insley

Chris

Why I'm standing

I am standing – not out of ambition, but out of a deep responsibility to my region, my whānau, and our future. I was born, raised and live locally with a proven track record of leadership – across private sector, government and Māori business. Twenty years of governance experience where I transformed the relationship between Māori and government in international FTA negotiations achieving groundbreaking agreements with the UK and the EU.

About me

A graduate of NZ's and global business schools, a seasoned governor adding millions, creating jobs and growing significant new regional GDP. My leadership style is grounded in listening, building consensus and acting quickly to implement solutions. Government is signalling concerns about performance, waste and efficiency; this could erode local voice. I will unite diverse voices – Māori and Pākehā, rural and urban, younger and older – around a shared vision for the Bay.

My priorities
  1. Grow a sustainable and inclusive regional economy creating smart jobs in future-focused industries.
  2. Protect taiao and respond to climate change while delivering prosperity for all.
  3. Provide a strong regional voice into government reforms and champion efficiency to lower rates for ratepayers.
Residence

Opotiki

Age

64

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Why I'm standing

I am standing – not out of ambition, but out of a deep responsibility to my region, my whānau, and our future. I was born, raised and live locally with a proven track record of leadership – across private sector, government and Māori business. Twenty years of governance experience where I transformed the relationship between Māori and government in international FTA negotiations achieving groundbreaking agreements with the UK and the EU.

About me

A graduate of NZ's and global business schools, a seasoned governor adding millions, creating jobs and growing significant new regional GDP. My leadership style is grounded in listening, building consensus and acting quickly to implement solutions. Government is signalling concerns about performance, waste and efficiency; this could erode local voice. I will unite diverse voices – Māori and Pākehā, rural and urban, younger and older – around a shared vision for the Bay.

My priorities
  1. Grow a sustainable and inclusive regional economy creating smart jobs in future-focused industries.
  2. Protect taiao and respond to climate change while delivering prosperity for all.
  3. Provide a strong regional voice into government reforms and champion efficiency to lower rates for ratepayers.
Residence

Opotiki

Age

64

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