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

Sharon Dean

Sharon Dean

Dayne Horne

Dayne Horne

James Thomas

James Thomas

Bruce Dewhurst

Bruce Dewhurst

Grace Bonnar

Grace Bonnar

Wayne Aberhart

Independent

Wayne Aberhart

Independent

Why I'm standing

I'm running to give back to Morrinsville, the community that has been my home for 25 years. After 35 years in the Police and years serving on school boards, community organisations and sports committees, I know the value of practical leadership. My motivation is simple: to ensure our council decisions reflect the needs of everyday people, keep our town safe, and create opportunities for our young people to thrive.

About me

I bring 35 years of public service in the Police, including 15 years working directly with youth and families in Morrinsville. I've also served on school boards, community organisations and sports committees, gaining strong governance experience. My strengths are listening, being approachable, and working with people to find practical solutions. I'm deeply connected to this community and committed to representing it with fairness, integrity and a genuine focus on people.

My priorities
  1. Support youth with opportunities in education, sport and training to build strong futures.
  2. Advocate for safer streets by working with Police and community groups to prevent crime.
  3. Protect and maintain parks and sports grounds for future generations.
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Mangateparu

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Why I'm standing

I'm running to give back to Morrinsville, the community that has been my home for 25 years. After 35 years in the Police and years serving on school boards, community organisations and sports committees, I know the value of practical leadership. My motivation is simple: to ensure our council decisions reflect the needs of everyday people, keep our town safe, and create opportunities for our young people to thrive.

About me

I bring 35 years of public service in the Police, including 15 years working directly with youth and families in Morrinsville. I've also served on school boards, community organisations and sports committees, gaining strong governance experience. My strengths are listening, being approachable, and working with people to find practical solutions. I'm deeply connected to this community and committed to representing it with fairness, integrity and a genuine focus on people.

My priorities
  1. Support youth with opportunities in education, sport and training to build strong futures.
  2. Advocate for safer streets by working with Police and community groups to prevent crime.
  3. Protect and maintain parks and sports grounds for future generations.
Residence

Mangateparu

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