NZ Local Elections 2025

New Plymouth District Council

North General Ward
The New Plymouth 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 14 councillors and the mayor. one councillor will be elected from the North ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the New Plymouth District Council election.

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Jane Elizabeth Parker-Bishop

Jane Elizabeth Parker-Bishop

Dayna Brent Jury

Dayna Brent Jury

Ian Cummings

Ian Cummings

Independent

Jonathan Marshall

Jonathan Marshall

Independent

Bill Simpson

Bill Simpson

Gina Alicia Blackburn

Gina Alicia Blackburn

Jane Elizabeth Parker-Bishop

Deputy Chair, Waitara Community Board

Jane Elizabeth Parker-Bishop

Deputy Chair, Waitara Community Board

Why I'm standing

I'm running because I want to be a strong local voice for the North Ward. I believe our communities from Waitara to Tongaporutu deserve fair investment, recognition and momentum on the projects that matter to us.

About me

I bring proven governance experience, deep local connections and a track record of getting things done. As Deputy Chair of the Waitara Community Board, sports coach and finance professional, I understand how to listen, advocate and deliver results for our people.

My priorities
  1. Progress the Waitara walkway extension, connect communities and boost recreation and tourism.
  2. Strengthen North Ward infrastructure and services with fair investment in roads, drainage and facilities.
  3. Support youth, sport and community development as strong young people and clubs build resilient towns.
Current role

Deputy Chair, Waitara Community Board

Residence

Waitara

Age

42

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Why I'm standing

I'm running because I want to be a strong local voice for the North Ward. I believe our communities from Waitara to Tongaporutu deserve fair investment, recognition and momentum on the projects that matter to us.

About me

I bring proven governance experience, deep local connections and a track record of getting things done. As Deputy Chair of the Waitara Community Board, sports coach and finance professional, I understand how to listen, advocate and deliver results for our people.

My priorities
  1. Progress the Waitara walkway extension, connect communities and boost recreation and tourism.
  2. Strengthen North Ward infrastructure and services with fair investment in roads, drainage and facilities.
  3. Support youth, sport and community development as strong young people and clubs build resilient towns.
Current role

Deputy Chair, Waitara Community Board

Residence

Waitara

Age

42

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