NZ Local Elections 2025

Mayor of Upper Hutt

The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the city and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. 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 Hutt City Council mayoral election.

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Peri Zee

Peri Zee

Wayne Guppy

Wayne Guppy

Angela McLeod

Angela McLeod

Emma Holderness

Emma Holderness

Independent

Hellen Swales

Hellen Swales

Change we need, voice you deserve

Blair Griffiths

Blair Griffiths

Blair Griffiths

Councillor of Upper Hutt

Blair Griffiths

Councillor of Upper Hutt

Why I'm standing

I'm standing as an independent candidate for Mayor because Upper Hutt deserves leadership that is practical, strong, community-focused, and always puts people first.

About me

I have been a councillor for the last 12 years. I bring real-life experience as a parent, property owner, landlord, lifestyle block owner, and community volunteer. I still pull on the rugby boots, and I'm proud to support many local charities and boards. As Mayor, I will bring independent leadership, clear communication, and genuine commitment to making Upper Hutt a strong, proud, and connected community.

My priorities
  1. Reinvigorate Main Street by working with landlords to encourage upgrades while focusing on vacant shops.
  2. Encourage local ideas for growth by forming a task force to future plan Upper Hutt's sustainability.
  3. Encourage NZ Police to continue expanding their presence in Upper Hutt to ensure a feeling of safety.
Current role

Councillor of Upper Hutt

Residence

Upper Hutt

Age

51

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Why I'm standing

I'm standing as an independent candidate for Mayor because Upper Hutt deserves leadership that is practical, strong, community-focused, and always puts people first.

About me

I have been a councillor for the last 12 years. I bring real-life experience as a parent, property owner, landlord, lifestyle block owner, and community volunteer. I still pull on the rugby boots, and I'm proud to support many local charities and boards. As Mayor, I will bring independent leadership, clear communication, and genuine commitment to making Upper Hutt a strong, proud, and connected community.

My priorities
  1. Reinvigorate Main Street by working with landlords to encourage upgrades while focusing on vacant shops.
  2. Encourage local ideas for growth by forming a task force to future plan Upper Hutt's sustainability.
  3. Encourage NZ Police to continue expanding their presence in Upper Hutt to ensure a feeling of safety.
Current role

Councillor of Upper Hutt

Residence

Upper Hutt

Age

51

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