NZ Local Elections 2025

Te Awamutu and Kihikihi Community Board

Te Awamutu and Kihikihi Subdivision
The Te Awamutu and Kihikihi Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Waipa District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of seven members: five members elected by voters, including Four members from your area, and two members from the Waipa District council. 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 Te Awamutu and Kihikihi Community Board election.

Candidates

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John Kopa

John Kopa

Liam Bullen

Liam Bullen

Jill Taylor

Jill Taylor

Ange Holt

Ange Holt

John Wood

John Wood

Sharon Stirling

Sharon Stirling

John Kopa

John Kopa

Why I'm standing

I believe it is essential that Māori perspectives are heard and valued at every level of governance, especially within local communities. I am committed to serving with integrity, advocating for equity, and ensuring the rohe is represented with strength and pride. I want to build a future where the voices of Kihikihi and Waipā, especially our Māori whānau, are central to shaping the decisions that affect us all.

About me

I am standing for the Kihikihi/Waipā ward because strong Māori representation matters. For over 20 years, I have worked to uplift Māori voices and improve outcomes for our people. As pouwhakahaere of kaitiaki services at Waiora Waikato Hospital, I have been a committed advocate for better Māori health and wellbeing. I also serve as a marae representative within Te Whakakitenga o Waikato, ensuring our tikanga and aspirations are upheld in key decision-making spaces.

My priorities
  1. Ensure that Māori are acknowledged and celebrated for their contributions to the community.
  2. Champion a community-focused way of living because it is not about any one individual but all.
  3. End racism at a council level and rebuild a united, collaborative community.
Before politics

Team Lead Kaitiaki Services

Residence

Melville Hamilton

Age

68

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Why I'm standing

I believe it is essential that Māori perspectives are heard and valued at every level of governance, especially within local communities. I am committed to serving with integrity, advocating for equity, and ensuring the rohe is represented with strength and pride. I want to build a future where the voices of Kihikihi and Waipā, especially our Māori whānau, are central to shaping the decisions that affect us all.

About me

I am standing for the Kihikihi/Waipā ward because strong Māori representation matters. For over 20 years, I have worked to uplift Māori voices and improve outcomes for our people. As pouwhakahaere of kaitiaki services at Waiora Waikato Hospital, I have been a committed advocate for better Māori health and wellbeing. I also serve as a marae representative within Te Whakakitenga o Waikato, ensuring our tikanga and aspirations are upheld in key decision-making spaces.

My priorities
  1. Ensure that Māori are acknowledged and celebrated for their contributions to the community.
  2. Champion a community-focused way of living because it is not about any one individual but all.
  3. End racism at a council level and rebuild a united, collaborative community.
Before politics

Team Lead Kaitiaki Services

Residence

Melville Hamilton

Age

68

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