Tairua-Pāuanui Community Board

The Tairua-Pāuanui Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Thames-Coromandel District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of four members. 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 Tairua-Pāuanui Community Board election.

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Michael Paul Bush

Why I'm standing

I'm putting my hand up for the Community Board because I think we need someone who listens and isn't afraid to speak up. I'll work to ensure our rates deliver the quality of services and facilities we expect, I'll talk to our residents to identify and support local projects people actually want, and I'll guard against wasteful spending.

About me

I'm a mechanical engineer, have experience with projects large and small, I'm good with numbers and can think analytically.

My priorities

  1. Empower community boards without this, we can't make a difference.
  2. Support local community-led initiatives including the Tairua River Trail and Tairua information centre.
  3. Push for better council maintenance including the harbour.

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