NZ Local Elections 2025

Ōpōtiki District Council

Urban General Ward
The Ōpōtiki 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 six councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). two councillors will be elected from the Urban 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 Ōpōtiki District Council election.

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Lyn Riesterer

Lyn Riesterer

Independent

Barry Howe

Barry Howe

Alex Le Long

Alex Le Long

Independent

Simon David Prout

Simon David Prout

Independent

Shona Browne

Shona Browne

Simon David Prout

Independent

Simon David Prout

Independent

Why I'm standing

I believe our rohe is a piece of paradise on SH35 and I want a better life for all that whakapapa to here and call Ōpōtiki home. I will work cooperatively with the council and staff to ensure good decision making and efficient use of council revenues. I will be a voice for the grassroots tangata, rangatahi, ethnic and marginalised communities.

About me

I am able to relate to a wide range of people. I will listen to the community, with an open mind, about their needs and concerns and endeavour to act on these. As a seasonal worker I have lived experience of the fluctuations in circumstances this can bring. I have managerial experience and financial acumen from running a business and being self-employed.

My priorities
  1. Advocate for those working to implement the changes required for local health services.
  2. Support Toi Rawhiti's call for council seats and more Te Tiriti based representation.
  3. Mahi with Bay of Plenty Regional Council and government for better public transport for Ōpōtiki.
Residence

Ōpōtiki township

Age

63

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Why I'm standing

I believe our rohe is a piece of paradise on SH35 and I want a better life for all that whakapapa to here and call Ōpōtiki home. I will work cooperatively with the council and staff to ensure good decision making and efficient use of council revenues. I will be a voice for the grassroots tangata, rangatahi, ethnic and marginalised communities.

About me

I am able to relate to a wide range of people. I will listen to the community, with an open mind, about their needs and concerns and endeavour to act on these. As a seasonal worker I have lived experience of the fluctuations in circumstances this can bring. I have managerial experience and financial acumen from running a business and being self-employed.

My priorities
  1. Advocate for those working to implement the changes required for local health services.
  2. Support Toi Rawhiti's call for council seats and more Te Tiriti based representation.
  3. Mahi with Bay of Plenty Regional Council and government for better public transport for Ōpōtiki.
Residence

Ōpōtiki township

Age

63

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