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

Hinewai Ormsby

Chair of Hawke's Bay Regional Council

Hinewai Ormsby

Chair of Hawke's Bay Regional Council

Why I'm standing

I am running for re-election to continue building a resilient, thriving Napier and Hawke's Bay. Having led through Cyclone Gabrielle and its recovery, I know the challenges our communities face and the strength we hold when we work together. My motivation comes from serving people, protecting our future, and ensuring that council decisions are grounded in fairness, accountability and long-term resilience.

About me

I will make a good elected representative because I bring proven governance experience, strong community connections and a record of collaborative leadership. As chair of the Hawke's Bay Regional Council and a lifelong Napier resident, I know how to navigate complex challenges while keeping people at the centre of decisions. I am driven by a vision of a resilient, thriving region where every community has the opportunity to flourish for generations to come.

My priorities
  1. Strengthen flood defences to keep Napier safe from future floods and storms.
  2. Protect waterways to ensure safe swimming and healthy ecosystems, including water security.
  3. Keep rates affordable to deliver real value for every dollar spent.
Current role

Chair of Hawke's Bay Regional Council

Residence

Waiohiki

Age

41

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Why I'm standing

I am running for re-election to continue building a resilient, thriving Napier and Hawke's Bay. Having led through Cyclone Gabrielle and its recovery, I know the challenges our communities face and the strength we hold when we work together. My motivation comes from serving people, protecting our future, and ensuring that council decisions are grounded in fairness, accountability and long-term resilience.

About me

I will make a good elected representative because I bring proven governance experience, strong community connections and a record of collaborative leadership. As chair of the Hawke's Bay Regional Council and a lifelong Napier resident, I know how to navigate complex challenges while keeping people at the centre of decisions. I am driven by a vision of a resilient, thriving region where every community has the opportunity to flourish for generations to come.

My priorities
  1. Strengthen flood defences to keep Napier safe from future floods and storms.
  2. Protect waterways to ensure safe swimming and healthy ecosystems, including water security.
  3. Keep rates affordable to deliver real value for every dollar spent.
Current role

Chair of Hawke's Bay Regional Council

Residence

Waiohiki

Age

41

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