Greater Wellington Regional Council
The Greater Wellington Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). two councillors will be elected from the Porirua-Tawa constituency. 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 Greater Wellington Regional Council election.
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Claire Johnstone
Why I'm standing
I believe in the regional role GWRC plays in transport, water, environmental resilience and regional planning, issues that shape our future. I believe these decisions need thoughtful, region-wide leadership, not parochial thinking. I know that over the next decade GWRC will face major choices around infrastructure, climate and environmental management. With my background, I know I can contribute meaningfully and help drive smart, sustainable solutions. I am standing because this work matters and I want to be part of it.
About me
I have lived in Porirua for 30 years and bring leadership, governance and management experience across the public sector and business. I have led transformative work in transport, policing and infrastructure, and understand how smart, future-focused decisions have lasting value. I know how to navigate complex bureaucracy. I am president of Mana Arts and a founding member of Transparency International NZ. I have a postgraduate degree in public policy. I am committed to making a meaningful difference to this region.
My priorities
- Protect coasts, harbours and waterways with robust environmental standards, monitoring and enforcement.
- Advocate for reliable transport networks that work for both people and business.
- Be a strong voice with central government for the economic and environmental health of the region.
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