NZ Local Elections 2025

Hurunui District Council

South Ward
The Hurunui District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of ten councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). four councillors will be elected from the South ward. 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 Hurunui District Council election.

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Tom Spooner

Tom Spooner

ACT Local: Real Change. Lower Rates.

Michael Ennis

Michael Ennis

Independent

Dave Carr

Dave Carr

Brett Jones

Brett Jones

Independent

Steve Hutt

Steve Hutt

Independent

Robbie Bruerton

Robbie Bruerton

Barrie Nunn

Barrie Nunn

Lulu Webb

Lulu Webb

Pauline White

Pauline White

Barrie Nunn

Barrie Nunn

Why I'm standing

To be the best choice for your voice. I am passionate about our community but, like many, worry about the debt being accrued by our council. As a keen advocate for fiscal responsibility and controlled growth, I want to be more involved in the decision making. I not only want the region to prosper but also help support the community to realise its best potential.

About me

I am a long-term resident of Hurunui, involved in various local initiatives. I can provide the new skill set council will require to address changes imposed by central government. As a successful consultant, I appreciate the benefits of joint initiatives and shared services, and the need for financial prudence, co-operation, consultation, and advocacy. I believe I can provide the new approach required to address these challenges and opportunities and support the community going forward.

My priorities
  1. Monitor investment to ensure it provides excellent value for the district and is financially prudent.
  2. Explore sharing services to leverage improved cost efficiencies.
  3. Work to be a strong advocate and voice for Hurunui when dealing with external agencies.
Residence

South Ward

Age

62

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Why I'm standing

To be the best choice for your voice. I am passionate about our community but, like many, worry about the debt being accrued by our council. As a keen advocate for fiscal responsibility and controlled growth, I want to be more involved in the decision making. I not only want the region to prosper but also help support the community to realise its best potential.

About me

I am a long-term resident of Hurunui, involved in various local initiatives. I can provide the new skill set council will require to address changes imposed by central government. As a successful consultant, I appreciate the benefits of joint initiatives and shared services, and the need for financial prudence, co-operation, consultation, and advocacy. I believe I can provide the new approach required to address these challenges and opportunities and support the community going forward.

My priorities
  1. Monitor investment to ensure it provides excellent value for the district and is financially prudent.
  2. Explore sharing services to leverage improved cost efficiencies.
  3. Work to be a strong advocate and voice for Hurunui when dealing with external agencies.
Residence

South Ward

Age

62

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