Devonport-Takapuna Local Board
The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of six members. 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 Devonport-Takapuna Local Board election.
Devonport-Takapuna Local Board candidates
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Garth Ellingham
Karin Horen
A Fresh Approach
Paul Radford Cornish
Neil Zent
C&R - Communities and Residents
Lewis James Rowe
A Fresh Approach
Helena Roza
ACT Local
Karleen Florence Reeve
A Fresh Approach
Gavin John Busch
C&R - Communities and Residents
George Wood
C&R - Communities and Residents
Mary-Anne Benson-Cooper
Independent
Kamini Schoonbee
C&R - Communities and Residents
Kent Treloar Tregonning
Scott Andrew Macarthur
A Fresh Approach
Terence Harpur
A Fresh Approach
Pete Cronshaw
Independent
James Rohloff
Independent
Kaumosi Opie
C&R - Communities and Residents
Michael Single
C&R - Communities and Residents
Trish Deans
Independent
Kimberly Hope Graham
A Fresh Approach
Paul Radford Cornish
Why I'm standing
For 30 years I have taken a keen interest in creating community hubs spanning sports clubs, the Victoria Theatre and arts festivals which have brought people together. Social interaction is vital to mental well-being and I believe my involvement with the local board would enable me to make a broader contribution.
About me
I have 50 years in aggregate of governance experience and am familiar with dealing with diverse personalities and forging agreement. As an independent candidate I believe that I could ensure a good balance within the local board team and get things done. As a chartered accountant I would add financial discipline as I have done with all organisations with which I have been involved and whose finances have improved during my tenure.
My priorities
- Safeguard a healthy outdoor environment and ensure that community spaces are active and well-patronised.
- Enliven town centres through social initiatives to make the local area an attractive proposition.
- Create efficient transport corridors with effective public transport, roading and cycleway options.
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