NZ Local Elections 2025

Kāpiti Coast District Council

Paekākāriki-Raumati General Ward
The Kāpiti Coast 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. one councillor will be elected from the Paekākāriki-Raumati ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Kāpiti Coast District Council election.

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Bede John Laracy

Bede John Laracy

Independent

Richard Young

Richard Young

Independent

Zelda Emmeline Edwards

Zelda Emmeline Edwards

Zelda Emmeline Edwards

Zelda Emmeline Edwards

Why I'm standing

Kia ora, ko Zelda Edwards tōku ingoa (she/her/ia). I'm standing for the Paekākāriki-Raumati Ward as a creative, connector, and strong advocate for equity and community wellbeing. I bring energy, heart, and action. I am committed to supporting this role full time. I'm here to support Mana whenua as kaitiaki and uplift our capacity to be custodians.

About me

I'm passionate about serving the community, from coaching sports and running arts festivals to delivering fitness and fall-prevention programs. You'll find me at kapa haka, farmers markets or in the surf community. I've helped save Raumati South's school pool and advocate for older people, youth, tangata whaikaha and mothers. As an experienced communications specialist and leader with strong strategic, financial and collaborative skills, I'm committed to fostering inclusion, connection and community wellbeing.

My priorities
  1. Invest in tourism and major events to showcase Kāpiti and bring economic benefits to the community.
  2. Protect waterways, wetlands and biodiversity through kaitiakitanga partnerships.
  3. Invest in safe, accessible sports, arts and social spaces that support intergenerational wellbeing.
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Raumati South

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Why I'm standing

Kia ora, ko Zelda Edwards tōku ingoa (she/her/ia). I'm standing for the Paekākāriki-Raumati Ward as a creative, connector, and strong advocate for equity and community wellbeing. I bring energy, heart, and action. I am committed to supporting this role full time. I'm here to support Mana whenua as kaitiaki and uplift our capacity to be custodians.

About me

I'm passionate about serving the community, from coaching sports and running arts festivals to delivering fitness and fall-prevention programs. You'll find me at kapa haka, farmers markets or in the surf community. I've helped save Raumati South's school pool and advocate for older people, youth, tangata whaikaha and mothers. As an experienced communications specialist and leader with strong strategic, financial and collaborative skills, I'm committed to fostering inclusion, connection and community wellbeing.

My priorities
  1. Invest in tourism and major events to showcase Kāpiti and bring economic benefits to the community.
  2. Protect waterways, wetlands and biodiversity through kaitiakitanga partnerships.
  3. Invest in safe, accessible sports, arts and social spaces that support intergenerational wellbeing.
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Raumati South

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