NZ Local Elections 2025

Matamata-Piako District Council

Morrinsville General Ward
The Matamata-Piako 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 12 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). four councillors will be elected from the Morrinsville 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 Matamata-Piako District Council election.

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Wayne Aberhart

Wayne Aberhart

Independent

Grace Bonnar

Grace Bonnar

Dayne Horne

Dayne Horne

James Thomas

James Thomas

Sharon Dean

Sharon Dean

Bruce Dewhurst

Bruce Dewhurst

Grace Bonnar

Grace Bonnar

Why I'm standing

I am standing for councillor in the Morrinsville ward because as the population of young families continues to increase in the area, we need younger voices and fresher perspectives around the council table.

About me

I worked in the Communications Department at Matamata-Piako District Council for several years, so I understand how council works. But more importantly, I know how to explain and present things in a way that mean people are informed about the issues that impact on their community. We're raising our children and running our business here, so I'm fully invested in the town's future.

My priorities
  1. Speed up road safety delivery because we know what is needed but why do accidents need to happen first.
  2. Increase parking at the rec grounds and the centre of town.
  3. Keep Morrinsville affordable while making sure our infrastructure can accommodate the growth.
Residence

Morrinsville

Age

32

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Why I'm standing

I am standing for councillor in the Morrinsville ward because as the population of young families continues to increase in the area, we need younger voices and fresher perspectives around the council table.

About me

I worked in the Communications Department at Matamata-Piako District Council for several years, so I understand how council works. But more importantly, I know how to explain and present things in a way that mean people are informed about the issues that impact on their community. We're raising our children and running our business here, so I'm fully invested in the town's future.

My priorities
  1. Speed up road safety delivery because we know what is needed but why do accidents need to happen first.
  2. Increase parking at the rec grounds and the centre of town.
  3. Keep Morrinsville affordable while making sure our infrastructure can accommodate the growth.
Residence

Morrinsville

Age

32

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