Rangitīkei District Council

The Rangitīkei 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). five councillors will be elected from the Central 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 Rangitīkei District Council election.

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Fi Dalgety

Strong Voice For Our District

Elected Member of Rangitikei, Chair of Finance Committee

Why I'm standing

I offer experienced leadership as Rangitīkei District Council faces the biggest structural change ever. I want our district to prosper so we are all proud to call it home. I offer a strong local and rural voice. I am community focused and want us all to thrive.

About me

I am local and understand the issues facing our communities. Business skills and financial acumen required, having farmed for the past 35 years. Naturally curious, have completed Institute of Directors, Company Directors Course, AWDT 10-month Escalator Leadership programme and sat on their board. I sat on Wanganui and Northern Wairarapa Beef plus Lamb Farmers Council, now part of Rangitīkei Rural Community Council committee. Served on school boards and various committees. I'm a team player who enjoys working collaboratively to ensure better outcomes.

My priorities

  1. Ensure effective and efficient set up and delivery of Local Water Done Well including Marton water strategy.
  2. Support private and public partnership to get Marton pool open as soon as possible.
  3. Advocate to New Zealand Transport Agency regarding maintenance of the roading network.

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