NZ Local Elections 2025

Franklin Local Board

Wairoa 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. three 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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Darron Gedge

Darron Gedge

Independent

Nick Corlett

Nick Corlett

Independent

Dene William Green

Dene William Green

ACT Local

Blake O'Reilly

Blake O'Reilly

Alix Bonnington

Alix Bonnington

Team Franklin

Malcolm Bell

Malcolm Bell

Team Franklin

Amanda Hopkins

Amanda Hopkins

Team Franklin

Darron Gedge

Independent

Darron Gedge

Independent

Why I'm standing

I am running in the Wairoa subdivision because I grew up here and love the place and want to keep it great.

About me

I have a long history with the Franklin Ward having grown up in Maraetai and Beachlands and worked in the wider Franklin Ward. I have a good understanding of the issues here. My time teaching both overseas and locally and in leadership roles has given me experience in working with people from many backgrounds.

My priorities
  1. Upgrade major roads in the ward to make them safer and less congested.
  2. Support sustainable development and oppose inappropriate development to keep Wairoa beautiful.
  3. Stop council wasting money and focus on key services such as roads, parks, water and rubbish.
Before politics

Secondary School Teacher

Age

54

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Why I'm standing

I am running in the Wairoa subdivision because I grew up here and love the place and want to keep it great.

About me

I have a long history with the Franklin Ward having grown up in Maraetai and Beachlands and worked in the wider Franklin Ward. I have a good understanding of the issues here. My time teaching both overseas and locally and in leadership roles has given me experience in working with people from many backgrounds.

My priorities
  1. Upgrade major roads in the ward to make them safer and less congested.
  2. Support sustainable development and oppose inappropriate development to keep Wairoa beautiful.
  3. Stop council wasting money and focus on key services such as roads, parks, water and rubbish.
Before politics

Secondary School Teacher

Age

54

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