NZ Local Elections 2025

Kaipara District Council

Otamatea Ward
The Kaipara 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 nine councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). two councillors will be elected from the Otamatea 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 Kaipara District Council election.

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Fiona Kemp

Fiona Kemp

Joel Bouzaid

Joel Bouzaid

Stephen Wood

Stephen Wood

Roger James Billington

Roger James Billington

ACT Local

Denise Anne Rogers

Denise Anne Rogers

Mark Gregory Vincent

Mark Gregory Vincent

Mike Schimanski

Mike Schimanski

Independent

Fiona Kemp

Fiona Kemp

Why I'm standing

I'm local, and I know what matters here. We don't need to reinvent the wheel. Our long-term and annual plans already reflect community priorities. My role is to uphold that voice, not override it. With just three years to make an impact, we must act strategically, not hastily. I'm here to ensure local democracy prevails and that decisions are grounded and balanced for all. I'm one of us, working for all of us.

About me

I bring over 20 years of policy and planning experience, including work inside Kaipara District Council, so I understand how to get things done. I've chaired regional climate committees, managed environmental policy for iwi, and built strong relationships across councils and agencies. My deep local roots, practical business experience, and commitment to community development mean I can hit the ground running and deliver real results.

My priorities
  1. Strengthen climate resilience to protect communities through long-term planning and investment.
  2. Championship local voice and priorities during the Resource Management Act reform in regional planning.
  3. Safeguard local water quality and future water planning priorities ahead of CCO integration.
Residence

Maungaturoto

Age

53

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Why I'm standing

I'm local, and I know what matters here. We don't need to reinvent the wheel. Our long-term and annual plans already reflect community priorities. My role is to uphold that voice, not override it. With just three years to make an impact, we must act strategically, not hastily. I'm here to ensure local democracy prevails and that decisions are grounded and balanced for all. I'm one of us, working for all of us.

About me

I bring over 20 years of policy and planning experience, including work inside Kaipara District Council, so I understand how to get things done. I've chaired regional climate committees, managed environmental policy for iwi, and built strong relationships across councils and agencies. My deep local roots, practical business experience, and commitment to community development mean I can hit the ground running and deliver real results.

My priorities
  1. Strengthen climate resilience to protect communities through long-term planning and investment.
  2. Championship local voice and priorities during the Resource Management Act reform in regional planning.
  3. Safeguard local water quality and future water planning priorities ahead of CCO integration.
Residence

Maungaturoto

Age

53

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