NZ Local Elections 2025

Otago Regional Council

Molyneux Constituency
The Otago Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 12 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). two councillors will be elected from the Molyneux  constituency. 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 Otago Regional Council election.

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Kate Wilson

Kate Wilson

Robbie Byars

Robbie Byars

ACT Local: Real Change. Lower Rates.

Carmen Felicity Hope (Nee Knowler)

Carmen Felicity Hope (Nee Knowler)

Vision Otago

Lloyd McCall

Lloyd McCall

Lloyd McCall

Deputy Chairperson of ORC

Lloyd McCall

Deputy Chairperson of ORC

Why I'm standing

I believe we are obliged to do what we can to ensure future generations can enjoy our waterway as I have.

About me

I have a strong background in rural business management including being a practical farmer. My role in setting up the catchment group networks from scratch is driven by a desire for individuals to take responsibility to mitigate their impact on the environment.

My priorities
  1. Promote a non-regulatory approach to freshwater management supported with baseline regulation.
  2. Have an effective council willing to make decisions that support community expectations.
  3. Ensure ratepayers get value for money.
Current role

Deputy Chairperson of ORC

Residence

West Otago

Age

66

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Why I'm standing

I believe we are obliged to do what we can to ensure future generations can enjoy our waterway as I have.

About me

I have a strong background in rural business management including being a practical farmer. My role in setting up the catchment group networks from scratch is driven by a desire for individuals to take responsibility to mitigate their impact on the environment.

My priorities
  1. Promote a non-regulatory approach to freshwater management supported with baseline regulation.
  2. Have an effective council willing to make decisions that support community expectations.
  3. Ensure ratepayers get value for money.
Current role

Deputy Chairperson of ORC

Residence

West Otago

Age

66

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