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
Glenn Dougal
Why I'm standing
I'm standing for the Bay of Plenty Regional Council because I believe we need strong, practical leadership to protect our environment, support local jobs, and ensure value for our rates.
About me
I bring a background in science, business, and community service - from forecasting the weather at MetService to co-directing Legacy Funerals, which has returned $4 million to local charities. I've chaired organisations like Tauranga Arts Festival, Film BOP, and the Sustainable Business Network. After 22 years living in Mount Maunganui, raising a family, and building an award winning business, Wave Agency - I'm ready to serve with energy and integrity.
My priorities
- Support sustainable industries and invest Port of Tauranga returns wisely to grow jobs and protect our future.
- Protect and restore wetlands and waterways to build resilience against climate change.
- Keep rates affordable, strengthen community voice, and improve public transport across the region.
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