NZ Local Elections 2025

Rodney Local Board

Kumeū Subdivision
The Rodney 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 nine members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the local board area. two 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 Rodney Local Board election.

Candidates

Policies

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Brent Bailey

Brent Bailey

Guy Stephen Wishart

Guy Stephen Wishart

Zach Stark

Zach Stark

Gemma Donaldson

Gemma Donaldson

Independent

Matt Ross

Matt Ross

Independent

Katie Versteeg

Katie Versteeg

Gemma Donaldson

Independent

Gemma Donaldson

Independent

Why I'm standing

I believe fresh perspectives are essential for a thriving and forward-thinking Kumeū – Huapai – Waimauku – Taupaki and Riverhead community. I observe that none of the existing women are standing again, and if we do not elect different voices, valuable perspectives could be lost. I think our community needs fresh ideas, practical leadership and diversity at the table to ensure everyone is represented.

About me

I would make the best representative because I live and breathe this community. I bring hands-on experience leading and being a part of local initiatives, as well as working alongside community on resilience projects that improve daily life. I understand the needs of whānau, schools and volunteers, and I work collaboratively to deliver results. I focus on future-proofing Rodney. I want a strong, connected and thriving community where everyone has opportunities and support to flourish.

My priorities
  1. Improve roads and congestion by improving traffic flow and safety across the region.
  2. Provide facilities for tamariki and rangatahi through council initiatives or private partnerships.
  3. Continue work with emergency networks in the preparedness space and future-proof waterways.
Before politics

Chief Executive Not for Profit

Residence

Helensville

Age

38

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Why I'm standing

I believe fresh perspectives are essential for a thriving and forward-thinking Kumeū – Huapai – Waimauku – Taupaki and Riverhead community. I observe that none of the existing women are standing again, and if we do not elect different voices, valuable perspectives could be lost. I think our community needs fresh ideas, practical leadership and diversity at the table to ensure everyone is represented.

About me

I would make the best representative because I live and breathe this community. I bring hands-on experience leading and being a part of local initiatives, as well as working alongside community on resilience projects that improve daily life. I understand the needs of whānau, schools and volunteers, and I work collaboratively to deliver results. I focus on future-proofing Rodney. I want a strong, connected and thriving community where everyone has opportunities and support to flourish.

My priorities
  1. Improve roads and congestion by improving traffic flow and safety across the region.
  2. Provide facilities for tamariki and rangatahi through council initiatives or private partnerships.
  3. Continue work with emergency networks in the preparedness space and future-proof waterways.
Before politics

Chief Executive Not for Profit

Residence

Helensville

Age

38

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