Gisborne District Council
The Gisborne District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also passes local regulations and makes decisions about infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage, and about the region’s resources, including water, soil and the coastline. The council is made up of 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). eight councillors will be elected from the Tairāwhiti ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Gisborne District Council election.
Gisborne District Council candidates
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Marcel Archibald Campbell
Independent
Jeremy Muir
Ian George Procter
Independent
Andy Cranston
Rob Telfer
Larry Foster
Teddy Thompson
Independent
Grant Brown
Jordan Walker
Colin Alder
Ian James Allan
Samuel Oak Vette Gibson
Jodie John Curtis
Jono Samson
Darin Brown
Alexandra Boros
Independent
Debbie Gregory
Independent
Blake Neil Webb
Gazza McKenzie
Samuel Oak Vette Gibson
Why I'm standing
I believe Tairāwhiti has had a tough couple of years and it is urgent that I build increased resilience in our landscapes, businesses and communities. I have supported farmers over the past five years through some of the region's most complex challenges, including post-Cyclone recovery, securing over $3 million investment for the region. With a wide network of support in government, funding and local community, I think I can add value at the table for GDC.
About me
I have a strong background in funding, science, education, conservation and experience working across both local and central government. I am a practical, positive and solutions-focused person. I am actively involved in the community as co-chair of the Eastern Whio Link conservation project. I am also a surfer and involved with many of the schools across the region as an educator. I bring honesty, grounded experience and a deep commitment to the East Coast.
My priorities
- Build resilience into landscapes through land-based solutions that retain water in the system.
- Build the infrastructure needed in the 30 year plan that supports business needs.
- Increase big business investment in the region and landscapes. Retain profits locally.
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