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
Kat Macmillan
Why I'm standing
My passion for the environment and healthy communities led me to become a councillor back in 2022. I have a vision for the Bay of Plenty as protected and restored ecosystems, clean waterways, thriving communities, sustainable development, excellent transport systems, honouring Te Tiriti and a low carbon future. I am seeking re-election to continue to strive for positive outcomes for our communities and for nature.
About me
My background besides governance and local government is in management, leadership coaching and facilitation. I have lived in Tauranga for nineteen years. I will advocate for cost effective decision making and for collaborative partnerships in our rapidly growing region.
My priorities
- Make the right strategic decisions with a changing local government future.
- Further future proof the region with climate resilience, adaptation and nature based solutions.
- Achieve improved environmental and freshwater outcomes despite resource management uncertainty.
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