NZ Local Elections 2025

Kawerau District Council

Kawerau Māori Ward
The Kawerau 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 eight councillors and the mayor. three councillors will be elected from the Kawerau Māori ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. 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 Kawerau District Council election.

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Lyzette Howard

Lyzette Howard

Mal Dowie

Mal Dowie

Gloria Te Paki Leokava-Taani

Gloria Te Paki Leokava-Taani

Waikite Apiata

Waikite Apiata

Lyzette Howard

Lyzette Howard

Why I'm standing

I love our town and our people and I believe it has so much to offer for a small town. I have lived, worked and raised a family here and currently run a business here, so I have a lot of local knowledge and local networks. Kawerau is my community and I would like to ensure it is a place our future generation choose to live and raise a family.

About me

I am of Ngāti Awa descent, have lived worked and raised my whānau in Kawerau. My family has ties to the local mill, where I have also been employed, providing me with an understanding of the community's history, strengths, and challenges. I have established and managed two businesses over 12 years, one of which operates here in Kawerau. My expertise extends to legislation, policy, and procedure development, as well as liaising effectively with government departments.

My priorities
  1. Advocate for equitable and sustainable rates to alleviate financial pressure on households.
  2. Enhance council facilities to provide safe, accessible and inclusive spaces.
  3. Promote economic development initiatives that generate employment opportunities and pathways.
Residence

Putauaki

Age

51

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Why I'm standing

I love our town and our people and I believe it has so much to offer for a small town. I have lived, worked and raised a family here and currently run a business here, so I have a lot of local knowledge and local networks. Kawerau is my community and I would like to ensure it is a place our future generation choose to live and raise a family.

About me

I am of Ngāti Awa descent, have lived worked and raised my whānau in Kawerau. My family has ties to the local mill, where I have also been employed, providing me with an understanding of the community's history, strengths, and challenges. I have established and managed two businesses over 12 years, one of which operates here in Kawerau. My expertise extends to legislation, policy, and procedure development, as well as liaising effectively with government departments.

My priorities
  1. Advocate for equitable and sustainable rates to alleviate financial pressure on households.
  2. Enhance council facilities to provide safe, accessible and inclusive spaces.
  3. Promote economic development initiatives that generate employment opportunities and pathways.
Residence

Putauaki

Age

51

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