Manurewa Local Board

The Manurewa Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of eight members. 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 Manurewa Local Board election.

Joseph Allan

#LoveManurewaPapakura

| Manurewa Local Board member

Joseph Allan

#LoveManurewaPapakura

| Manurewa Local Board member

Why I'm standing

I want to see an end to missed opportunities that have cost Manurewa millions in road and footpath upgrades. Central government and regional funding was available, yet not secured, leaving our communities reliant on modest discretionary transport budgets. I will fight to secure every dollar possible for our infrastructure needs; Waiata Shores to Wattle Downs footbridge, Clendon Reserve and the Puhinui Stream Regeneration Project. Time for change!

About me

I have extensive governance experience at the local board level, including as board chair. I understand budgets, financial management and how decisions at the governing body level impact communities—both financially and in real outcomes. I have a track record of supporting community feedback, voting with residents, not against them. I am committed to listening to residents and serving with transparency and accountability.

My priorities
  1. Fix footpaths, clear drains and support weekly rubbish collections to create healthy neighbourhoods.
  2. Continue Puhinui Stream work, walkway linking The Gardens and Hillpark to Wirihana and Manukau.
  3. Maintain existing assets to prevent losses like Tadmor Hall and ensure long-term community use.
Current role

Manurewa Local Board member

Residence

Manurewa

Age

55

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Why I'm standing

I want to see an end to missed opportunities that have cost Manurewa millions in road and footpath upgrades. Central government and regional funding was available, yet not secured, leaving our communities reliant on modest discretionary transport budgets. I will fight to secure every dollar possible for our infrastructure needs; Waiata Shores to Wattle Downs footbridge, Clendon Reserve and the Puhinui Stream Regeneration Project. Time for change!

About me

I have extensive governance experience at the local board level, including as board chair. I understand budgets, financial management and how decisions at the governing body level impact communities—both financially and in real outcomes. I have a track record of supporting community feedback, voting with residents, not against them. I am committed to listening to residents and serving with transparency and accountability.

My priorities
  1. Fix footpaths, clear drains and support weekly rubbish collections to create healthy neighbourhoods.
  2. Continue Puhinui Stream work, walkway linking The Gardens and Hillpark to Wirihana and Manukau.
  3. Maintain existing assets to prevent losses like Tadmor Hall and ensure long-term community use.
Current role

Manurewa Local Board member

Residence

Manurewa

Age

55

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