Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board
The Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of seven members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. four members will be elected from your area. 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 Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board election.
Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board candidates
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Peter Dons
Independently Papatoetoe
Albert Lim
Independently Papatoetoe
Paramjeet Singh
Papatoetoe-Otara Action Team
Kunal Bhalla
Papatoetoe-Otara Action Team
Chris Latham
C&R - Communities and Residents
Futi Ka
Independent
Ashraf Choudhary
Labour
Sandeep Saini
Papatoetoe-Otara Action Team
Nazia Ali
Independently Papatoetoe
Raj Pardeep Singh
Labour
Kushma Nair
Papatoetoe-Otara Action Team
Avinash Kaur Dhaliwal
Labour
Vi Hausia
Labour
Avinash Kaur Dhaliwal
Why I'm standing
I am running for election because I believe diversity deserves a voice. I believe that in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board there are currently no women, and despite around 40% of our population being Indian, representation in decision-making is minimal. I want to be inclusive and ensure all communities, including women and ethnic groups, are fairly represented and heard.
About me
I will make a good elected representative because I am committed, approachable and deeply connected to our community. I have lived locally for years and understand the challenges and opportunities our area faces. My experience as a marriage celebrant, justice of the peace and small business owner has taught me to listen, engage with diverse people and work collaboratively to solve problems. I am dedicated to being inclusive and ensuring that all voices in our community are heard.
My priorities
- Commit to a cleaner Papatoetoe through school education, hoardings and community clean-ups.
- Enhance safety with better lighting, security cameras and local crime awareness programs.
- Ensure wise use of community funds and reserves without unnecessarily raising rates.
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