Bay of Plenty Regional Council
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). five councillors will be elected from the Tauranga 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.
Bay of Plenty Regional Council candidates
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Ash Hillis
Douglas Owens
Independent
Stuart Crosby
Independent
Kate Graeme
Independent
Tim Maltby
Our Rates Are Too High
Vanessa Charman-Moore
Independent
Andrew Von Dadelszen
Caitlin Grattan
Animal Justice Party
Kat Macmillan
Clinton Naude
Daniel Harvey
Glenn Dougal
Regional Practical Dougal
Mark Wassung
Independent
Derek Stembridge
Annika Lane
Ron Scott
Shelley Archibald
Murray Guy
Annika Lane
Why I'm standing
I am at the stage of my career that I have something to offer and with my academic background and understanding of local government I can contribute in a positive way to the debates and challenges ahead. Local government is likely to undertake some major change – and while I support that process we have to have the right conversations about what that looks like and what we are trying to 'fix'.
About me
With over 20 years of experience in law, policy, economics, governance and leadership, I have worked across city, district, and regional councils, as well as in the Pacific, integrating climate resilience and sustainability into policy and regulatory reform. As a consultant, I have coordinated long-term urban growth planning in Western Bay of Plenty and Tauranga and my expertise uniquely positions me to address our region's challenges and help shape a sustainable future for our community.
My priorities
- Have evidence-based conversations about local government and the future of regional councils.
- Adapt to climate change through a joined-up approach with central government, councils and iwi.
- Fund infrastructure without adding to the financial burden on residents and ratepayers.
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