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| Taumarunui-Ohura Community Board
Sophie Stockbridge
Clear budgets. Honest leadership.
| Taumarunui-Ohura Community Board
Why I'm standing
I am running for council because I love our vibrant Ruapehu communities and want to ensure our small towns and rural areas have a strong voice – especially as we face increasing pressures on infrastructure, water and community services. I am running to ensure that voices from our rural communities, especially our small towns, are genuinely heard around the council table. I want to build trust, openness and stronger connections across Ruapehu.
About me
I have been part of this community for over 20 years, running a small business while raising my family here. I bring real-life knowledge of our everyday challenges, a strong capacity for listening and a commitment to transparency. I work hard to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and to build trust through open communication. I am dedicated, flexible and ready to champion our communities with integrity and compassion.
My priorities
- Protect core services by maintaining reliable water, roading and waste services to safeguard community.
- Strengthen local procurement by prioritising local suppliers in RDC contracts to ensure ratepayer supports locals.
- Facilitate affordable housing infrastructure growth by investing in water and transport.
Current role
Taumarunui-Ohura Community Board
Before politics
Business owner
Residence
Ohura
Age
36
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Why I'm standing
I am running for council because I love our vibrant Ruapehu communities and want to ensure our small towns and rural areas have a strong voice – especially as we face increasing pressures on infrastructure, water and community services. I am running to ensure that voices from our rural communities, especially our small towns, are genuinely heard around the council table. I want to build trust, openness and stronger connections across Ruapehu.
About me
I have been part of this community for over 20 years, running a small business while raising my family here. I bring real-life knowledge of our everyday challenges, a strong capacity for listening and a commitment to transparency. I work hard to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and to build trust through open communication. I am dedicated, flexible and ready to champion our communities with integrity and compassion.
My priorities
- Protect core services by maintaining reliable water, roading and waste services to safeguard community.
- Strengthen local procurement by prioritising local suppliers in RDC contracts to ensure ratepayer supports locals.
- Facilitate affordable housing infrastructure growth by investing in water and transport.
Current role
Taumarunui-Ohura Community Board
Before politics
Business owner
Residence
Ohura
Age
36
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