Timaru District Council
The Timaru 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 nine councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). six councillors will be elected from the Timaru 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 Timaru District Council election.
Timaru District Council candidates
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Hadleigh Oudemans
Ian Hanley
Independent
John Bolt
ACT Local: Real Change. Lower Rates.
Peter Burt
Independent
Peter George Bennett
Anah Aikman
Stu (aka Photo) Jackson
Slippery Tiles Rates - Needs Not Wants
Graeme Wilson
Owen Jackson
OJ
Stacey Scott
Jason McDouall
Stu Piddington
Sange Malama
Chris Thomas
Ethan Richardson
Ethan Richardson
Why I'm standing
Too many people I speak to can't see a future for themselves here. I believe there's no reason Timaru can't be a place where everyone can thrive. We can build a future where jobs are plentiful, houses are affordable and our community is vibrant. I'm standing because to build that future we need new councillors with fresh ideas who want to see action.
About me
I bring a new energy and perspective to the council, I'm a young worker and I was born and raised in Timaru. I'm active in our community and I've fought for quicker action on the Theatre Royal and our CBD over the past two years. I believe we need new leaders to take this district forward and that I will bring the difference required to do just that.
My priorities
- Create a vibrant city centre.
- Keep housing affordable.
- Grow the Timaru district, creating opportunities and a future for everyone in Timaru.
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