NZ Local Elections 2025

Franklin Local Board

Pukekohe Subdivision
The Franklin 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 nine members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. four members will be elected from your area. 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 Franklin Local Board election.

Candidates

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Alan Cole

Alan Cole

Team Franklin

Merritt Watson

Merritt Watson

Team Franklin

Lesieli Oliver

Lesieli Oliver

Team Franklin

Andrew Murray Arthur Kay

Andrew Murray Arthur Kay

Team Franklin

Andrea Leask

Andrea Leask

Independent

Bas Watson

Bas Watson

Merritt Watson

Team Franklin

Merritt Watson

Team Franklin

Why I'm standing

I am running to serve the place that raised me, Pukekohe and Franklin. As a local business owner and parent, I'm focused on fixing the basics: safer, well-maintained roads, reliable water and clean, accessible parks. I'd spend ratepayer money smarter, be transparent about decisions, and back local jobs by making Franklin a great place to live and work. I'll listen, work with our community, and deliver practical, balanced growth.

About me

I am a born-and-bred Pukekohe local, business owner, and parent who knows this community well. I bring practical problem-solving, straight talk, and a strong work ethic. I believe in respect for all voices, transparent decision-making, and accountable use of public money. My experience growing a company, serving customers, and working with diverse groups has taught me to listen, collaborate, and deliver results. I'll represent Franklin fairly and work hard for balanced, long-term outcomes.

My priorities
  1. Spend smarter by achieving better returns on public funds for real community results.
  2. Restore the basics by fixing roads and services to a standard that can be trusted and relied on.
  3. Champion Franklin's growth so it remains a great place to live and work.
Residence

Pukekohe

Age

31

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Why I'm standing

I am running to serve the place that raised me, Pukekohe and Franklin. As a local business owner and parent, I'm focused on fixing the basics: safer, well-maintained roads, reliable water and clean, accessible parks. I'd spend ratepayer money smarter, be transparent about decisions, and back local jobs by making Franklin a great place to live and work. I'll listen, work with our community, and deliver practical, balanced growth.

About me

I am a born-and-bred Pukekohe local, business owner, and parent who knows this community well. I bring practical problem-solving, straight talk, and a strong work ethic. I believe in respect for all voices, transparent decision-making, and accountable use of public money. My experience growing a company, serving customers, and working with diverse groups has taught me to listen, collaborate, and deliver results. I'll represent Franklin fairly and work hard for balanced, long-term outcomes.

My priorities
  1. Spend smarter by achieving better returns on public funds for real community results.
  2. Restore the basics by fixing roads and services to a standard that can be trusted and relied on.
  3. Champion Franklin's growth so it remains a great place to live and work.
Residence

Pukekohe

Age

31

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