NZ Local Elections 2025

Horizons Regional Council

Palmerston North 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). four councillors will be elected from the Palmerston North 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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Munu Karki

Munu Karki

Wiremu Te Awe Awe

Wiremu Te Awe Awe

Fiona Gordon

Fiona Gordon

Peter Wells

Peter Wells

Affordable Rates

Jackie Lindsay

Jackie Lindsay

Independent

Emma Gregg

Emma Gregg

Charles George

Charles George

Independent

Shareel Nand-Mishra

Shareel Nand-Mishra

Jono Naylor

Jono Naylor

Daniel Fordyce

Daniel Fordyce

Independent

Emma Gregg

Emma Gregg

Why I'm standing

I believe we need strong advocates for sustainable use of our environmental resources and someone who will serve the community.

About me

I am a long time local resident with a vast history of involvement in community volunteer groups. I have raised 4 children in this region and am a strong advocate for the values and needs of those around me. Listening, relationship building, taking information on board and getting things done are my strengths.

My priorities
  1. Expand the SLUI programme to provide more flood protection, water quality and biodiversity benefits.
  2. Analyse expenditure and explore alternative income revenues to stabilise rates.
  3. Engage with communities to ensure people are well informed and represented.
Residence

Hokowhitu

Age

48

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Why I'm standing

I believe we need strong advocates for sustainable use of our environmental resources and someone who will serve the community.

About me

I am a long time local resident with a vast history of involvement in community volunteer groups. I have raised 4 children in this region and am a strong advocate for the values and needs of those around me. Listening, relationship building, taking information on board and getting things done are my strengths.

My priorities
  1. Expand the SLUI programme to provide more flood protection, water quality and biodiversity benefits.
  2. Analyse expenditure and explore alternative income revenues to stabilise rates.
  3. Engage with communities to ensure people are well informed and represented.
Residence

Hokowhitu

Age

48

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