Masterton District Council
The Masterton 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. four councillors will be elected from the Masterton/Whakaoriori 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 Masterton District Council election.
Masterton District Council candidates
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Brent Goodwin
Affordable basics done well
Gary Andrew Caffell
Masterton Matters
AJ - Andrea Jackson
Advocacy, Leadership and Heart
Henriette Nagel
Backing Families, Building Futures
Rob Harvey
Independent
Craig Bowyer
Believe in Better
Gail Marshall
Lyn Riley
Independent
Tim Nelson
Independent
Bex Johnson
'A Voice for our Community'
Henriette Nagel
Why I'm standing
I'm running because I care deeply about Masterton and the families who call it home. I want to ensure our community thrives, that local voices are heard, and that decisions are made responsibly to support growth, opportunities and fairness for everyone. I've seen firsthand how challenging it can be for families, migrants and young people in our town, and I want to bring practical experience and genuine compassion to the council table.
About me
I bring over 10 years of project management experience across local councils and central government, so I know how decisions impact communities and how to deliver results that matter. Combined with my work in schools, charities and community projects, I understand the challenges families face. I'm committed to listening, acting responsibly and leading Masterton toward a brighter, fairer future.
My priorities
- Support families by creating jobs and local growth.
- Protect the community from rising rates and financial pressure by spending responsibly.
- Foster inclusivity, especially for youth and migrant families, so everyone has the chance to succeed.
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