NZ Local Elections 2025

Horizons Regional Council

Horowhenua General Constituency

The Horizons Regional Council is the regional council for the Manawatū-Whanganui region. It 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 Horowhenua 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 Horizons Regional Council election.

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Donald Hayes

Pou Sefesi

Hamish Easton

Luka Jansen

Independent, Together We Decide Wisely

Josephine Gutry

John Girling

Chair, Te Awahou Foxton Community Board

John Girling

Chair, Te Awahou Foxton Community Board

Why I'm standing

I believe our communities have put together some realistic good plans. They deserve governance support.

About me

I have been involved in governance for many years, chairing a diverse set of organisation, generally for the better.

My priorities

Develop understanding and cooperation between urban and rural communities as we are interdependent.
Improve public transport in the region, linking smaller settlements with urban areas.
Grow the region in all aspects encouraging pride in the area.

Current role

Chair, Te Awahou Foxton Community Board

Residence

Foxton

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Why I'm standing

I believe our communities have put together some realistic good plans. They deserve governance support.

About me

I have been involved in governance for many years, chairing a diverse set of organisation, generally for the better.

My priorities

Develop understanding and cooperation between urban and rural communities as we are interdependent.
Improve public transport in the region, linking smaller settlements with urban areas.
Grow the region in all aspects encouraging pride in the area.

Current role

Chair, Te Awahou Foxton Community Board

Residence

Foxton

Age

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