Ōmokoroa-Kaimai Community Board

Kaimai West Subdivision
The Ōmokoroa-Kaimai Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Western Bay of Plenty District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of eight members: six members elected by voters, including Two members from your area, and two members from the Western Bay of Plenty District council. 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 Ōmokoroa-Kaimai Community Board election.

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Tina Akuhata

Tina Akuhata

Why I'm standing

My family have been in the area for decades and want to navigate the growth in the area with purpose and clear direction for my children and grandchildren to continue to enjoy well into the future.

About me

After 30 years working in the social sector, I have gotten the best outcomes for my clients using government contracts and resources. I bring to the role of community board member well developed skills that allow me to listen, negotiate and represent the people I serve.

My priorities
  1. Represent the needs of the whole community, residents, culture and industry for the greater good.
  2. Create, improve and maintain shared community spaces.
  3. Ensure information is not background noise, but is easy to understand, useful and timely.
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Why I'm standing

My family have been in the area for decades and want to navigate the growth in the area with purpose and clear direction for my children and grandchildren to continue to enjoy well into the future.

About me

After 30 years working in the social sector, I have gotten the best outcomes for my clients using government contracts and resources. I bring to the role of community board member well developed skills that allow me to listen, negotiate and represent the people I serve.

My priorities
  1. Represent the needs of the whole community, residents, culture and industry for the greater good.
  2. Create, improve and maintain shared community spaces.
  3. Ensure information is not background noise, but is easy to understand, useful and timely.
Residence

Te Puna

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