NZ Local Elections 2025

Gore District Council

Gore Ward
The Gore District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 11 councillors and the mayor. five councillors will be elected from the Gore ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. 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 Gore District Council election.

Candidates

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Robert McKenzie

Robert McKenzie

Caveman

Paul Neil McPhail

Paul Neil McPhail

Independent

Mel Cupit

Mel Cupit

Independent

Donna Bruce

Donna Bruce

Andy Fraser

Andy Fraser

Independent

Jess Hudson

Jess Hudson

Jess Hudson

Jess Hudson

Why I'm standing

I am passionate about making a positive impact in our district. I am a parent and want my children to thrive in a vibrant community with top-notch services. I believe it is time for our council to prioritise essential infrastructure projects and cut unnecessary spending. I am committed to providing stable leadership to achieve this vision.

About me

I will weigh advice with the evidence, listen to the community's voice, conduct my own research and make decisions that benefit the community. With my background in social services, I am committed to finding the best solutions. I enjoy discussing the issues that matter most with the people who call this district home.

My priorities
  1. Conduct a thorough review of the council's activities to optimise time and cost efficiency.
  2. Boost the district's growth, appeal to a younger demographic and encourage them to make Gore home.
  3. Ensure the community's voice is heard by establishing more effective consultation methods.
Before politics

Social Worker

Residence

Mataura

Age

38

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Why I'm standing

I am passionate about making a positive impact in our district. I am a parent and want my children to thrive in a vibrant community with top-notch services. I believe it is time for our council to prioritise essential infrastructure projects and cut unnecessary spending. I am committed to providing stable leadership to achieve this vision.

About me

I will weigh advice with the evidence, listen to the community's voice, conduct my own research and make decisions that benefit the community. With my background in social services, I am committed to finding the best solutions. I enjoy discussing the issues that matter most with the people who call this district home.

My priorities
  1. Conduct a thorough review of the council's activities to optimise time and cost efficiency.
  2. Boost the district's growth, appeal to a younger demographic and encourage them to make Gore home.
  3. Ensure the community's voice is heard by establishing more effective consultation methods.
Before politics

Social Worker

Residence

Mataura

Age

38

Connect via

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