Palmerston North City Council
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Cameron Jenkins
Independent
Verne Wilson
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Caleb Riddick
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Zulfiqar Butt
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Mark Gunning
Independent
Hayden Fitzgerald
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Quintin McGregor
Dave Salisbury
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Michael Paul Strachan
Zakk Rokkanno
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Richard Woolgar
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Kayne John Dunlop
Dave Poppelwell
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Glen Williams
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Atif Rahim
Orphée Mickalad
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Leonie Hapeta
Mark Arnott
Nelson Harper
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Brent Barrett
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Vaughan Dennison
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William George Wood
Billy Meehan
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Jeremy Craig Hoskins
Karen Naylor
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Wajeha Akbaryan
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Adrian Phillips
Kaydee Jean Zabelin
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Eldhose Poovathumveettil Mathew
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Jack Koh
Melanie Butler
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Jackie Wheeler
Independent
Eric Judd
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Rachel Bowen
Lew Findlay
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Lorna Johnson
Labour
Michael Paul Strachan
Michael Paul Strachan
Why I'm standing
I am running for council because I believe every community deserves compassionate, respectful leadership that listens to everyone – especially those who feel they don't have a voice. I am passionate about lowering the stigma around mental health, promoting emotional intelligence and fostering kindness in our community. I feel that together, we can create a more inclusive, supportive place where everyone feels valued and heard.
About me
I believe in listening first and leading with empathy, fairness and common sense. I am committed to being a steady, practical voice for all parts of our community – especially those often unheard. Through years of involvement in local schools and community groups, I have built strong connections and a deep understanding of local needs. I am not here to play politics – I am here to serve, stay accountable and work with others to build a stronger, more inclusive community.
My priorities
- Advocate for mental health support through access, education and early intervention.
- Strengthen local education and pathways to employment by partnering with local PTEs and such.
- Tackle rising living costs by promoting affordability and practical local solutions.
Before politics
Educator for a PTE
Residence
Highbury
Age
46
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Why I'm standing
I am running for council because I believe every community deserves compassionate, respectful leadership that listens to everyone – especially those who feel they don't have a voice. I am passionate about lowering the stigma around mental health, promoting emotional intelligence and fostering kindness in our community. I feel that together, we can create a more inclusive, supportive place where everyone feels valued and heard.
About me
I believe in listening first and leading with empathy, fairness and common sense. I am committed to being a steady, practical voice for all parts of our community – especially those often unheard. Through years of involvement in local schools and community groups, I have built strong connections and a deep understanding of local needs. I am not here to play politics – I am here to serve, stay accountable and work with others to build a stronger, more inclusive community.
My priorities
- Advocate for mental health support through access, education and early intervention.
- Strengthen local education and pathways to employment by partnering with local PTEs and such.
- Tackle rising living costs by promoting affordability and practical local solutions.
Before politics
Educator for a PTE
Residence
Highbury
Age
46
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