NZ Local Elections 2025

Queenstown-Lakes District Council

Wānaka-Upper Clutha Ward
The Queenstown-Lakes 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 11 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). four councillors will be elected from the Wānaka-Upper Clutha 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 Queenstown-Lakes District Council election.

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Quentin Smith

Quentin Smith

Thorsk G Westphal

Thorsk G Westphal

Cody Tucker

Cody Tucker

Craig Gasson

Craig Gasson

Nicola King

Nicola King

Barry Bruce

Barry Bruce

Lyal Cocks

Lyal Cocks

Yeverley McCarthy

Yeverley McCarthy

Niki Gladding

Niki Gladding

Independent

Lyal Cocks

Councillor & Community Board Member

Lyal Cocks

Councillor & Community Board Member

Why I'm standing

I am a current Councillor and keen to progress and complete work underway or planned. I like getting things done.

About me

I have 15 years experience as Councillor and in depth knowledge of the district having lived here for 27 years. I have a strong commitment to getting things done for the benefit of the communities and have a proven record of that. I have the time to continue making a big contribution as a Councillor. I want to ensure our district continues to be a great place to live and visit.

My priorities
  1. Negotiate a regional deal with the Government that benefits all of our communities.
  2. Identify alternative sources of funding for infrastructure and services to reduce rates burden.
  3. Provide excellent representation at the council table for all communities.
Current role

Councillor & Community Board Member

Residence

Wanaka

Age

68

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Why I'm standing

I am a current Councillor and keen to progress and complete work underway or planned. I like getting things done.

About me

I have 15 years experience as Councillor and in depth knowledge of the district having lived here for 27 years. I have a strong commitment to getting things done for the benefit of the communities and have a proven record of that. I have the time to continue making a big contribution as a Councillor. I want to ensure our district continues to be a great place to live and visit.

My priorities
  1. Negotiate a regional deal with the Government that benefits all of our communities.
  2. Identify alternative sources of funding for infrastructure and services to reduce rates burden.
  3. Provide excellent representation at the council table for all communities.
Current role

Councillor & Community Board Member

Residence

Wanaka

Age

68

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