Porirua City Council
The Porirua City 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 ten councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). one councillor will be elected from the Parirua ward. 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 Porirua City Council election.
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Kylie Wihapi
Why I'm standing
It's been a privilege to serve as your first directly elected Māori ward councillor, and deputy mayor in a council that values a strong Treaty partnership. But we can't take anything for granted. Porirua must remain a beacon of inclusivity. As we navigate major challenges – our harbour, transport, and tight budgets – we need to work together and focus on real solutions, including growing local jobs.
About me
I'll continue to stand up for all Māori communities and support the rightful recognition of Ngāti Toa Rangatira as mana whenua.
My priorities
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