Upper Harbour Local Board
The Upper Harbour 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 six 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 Upper Harbour Local Board election.
Upper Harbour Local Board candidates
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Sylvia Yang
Uzra Casuri Balouch
Independent
David Cooke
Independent
John McLean
Independent
Rebecca Huang
Living Upper Harbour
Selena Wong
Independent
Kyle Parker
Living Upper Harbour
Kent Neville-White
John Loau
Independent
Apurv Shukla
Independent
Anna Caroline Atkinson
Living Upper Harbour
John Godfrey Riddell
Callum Blair
Independent
Selena Wong
Why I'm standing
Having grown up in West Harbour, I have witnessed first-hand the incredible diversity and growth of our community, as well as the voices that often go unheard. This community has raised me, and I want to give back by creating more opportunities for young people to engage, foster intergenerational connections and support local organisations that connect our neighbourhoods. I will advocate for safer streets, reliable transport and develop community spaces in emerging areas.
About me
A vote for me is a vote for a servant-like leader. A leader who cares, listens and is innovative. As a coordinator at North Shore Neighbourhood Support, I bring hands-on grassroots experience working directly with local organisations and four local boards, which gives me unique insight into the successes and learnings of the wider North Shore. Ultimately, my experience across diverse communities allows me to bring an intersectional and outcome-focused approach.
My priorities
- Ensure clear, accessible and inclusive communications that mobilise youth and diverse communities.
- Support parks, sports fields and playgrounds that connect all ages and communities.
- Future-proof funding so community groups can focus on delivering services, not chasing grants.
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