NZ Local Elections 2025

Hawke's Bay Regional Council

Ahuriri/Napier General Constituency
The Hawke's Bay 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 11 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). three councillors will be elected from the Ahuriri/Napier constituency. 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 Hawke's Bay Regional Council election.

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Hinewai Ormsby

Hinewai Ormsby

Neil Kirton

Neil Kirton

Louise Parsons

Louise Parsons

Independent

Hayley Browne

Hayley Browne

Paul Bailey

Paul Bailey

Independent

Syed Khurram Iqbal

Syed Khurram Iqbal

Hayley Browne

Napier City Councillor

Hayley Browne

Napier City Councillor

Why I'm standing

In Hawke's Bay, climate change isn't theory, it's our lived reality. The question is how we adapt together. Adapting our economy and way of living is complex and must be driven by community – councils can't do this alone. I believe our region has the innovation and spirit to adapt well, with council helping to facilitate. I want future generations to be proud of the decisions we make today.

About me

With two terms on Napier City Council, I bring proven governance experience – having led on climate action, coastal hazards and infrastructure. I know where the regional conversations are at and what's needed next, so I can be effective immediately at HBRC. My leadership style is collaborative and solutions-focused, grounded in transparency and integrity. I work hard to bring people together, to understand the problems, and to focus on delivering solutions.

My priorities
  1. Enable community-led adaptation to climate change within nature's limits for flood protection and water use.
  2. Protect biodiversity, wetlands and rivers through community-led restoration.
  3. Strengthen council with clear strategy, sound decisions and transparency for good governance.
Current role

Napier City Councillor

Residence

Bluff Hill, Napier

Age

40

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Why I'm standing

In Hawke's Bay, climate change isn't theory, it's our lived reality. The question is how we adapt together. Adapting our economy and way of living is complex and must be driven by community – councils can't do this alone. I believe our region has the innovation and spirit to adapt well, with council helping to facilitate. I want future generations to be proud of the decisions we make today.

About me

With two terms on Napier City Council, I bring proven governance experience – having led on climate action, coastal hazards and infrastructure. I know where the regional conversations are at and what's needed next, so I can be effective immediately at HBRC. My leadership style is collaborative and solutions-focused, grounded in transparency and integrity. I work hard to bring people together, to understand the problems, and to focus on delivering solutions.

My priorities
  1. Enable community-led adaptation to climate change within nature's limits for flood protection and water use.
  2. Protect biodiversity, wetlands and rivers through community-led restoration.
  3. Strengthen council with clear strategy, sound decisions and transparency for good governance.
Current role

Napier City Councillor

Residence

Bluff Hill, Napier

Age

40

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