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

Blair Griffiths

Blair Griffiths

Hellen Swales

Hellen Swales

Change we need, voice you deserve

Angela McLeod

Angela McLeod

Emma Holderness

Emma Holderness

Independent

Peri Zee

Peri Zee

Why I'm standing

Upper Hutt has huge potential. We need an energetic and dedicated mayor to make the city the best in the region to raise a family. I am running to create a more liveable city while improving the way we spend public money. I am running to create a more transparent and inclusive council.

About me

I started my career in local government while studying business and resource management. I'm now a strategic advisor to councils across the country, helping them solve big challenges in infrastructure, transport, strategy and urban planning. From this experience, I know how to make pragmatic, responsible decisions that create public good and are affordable.

My priorities
  1. Create a vibrant city centre where families love to spend time together.
  2. Make it easier for everyone to get around the city.
  3. Plan ahead for the infrastructure needed and ensure costs are fairly distributed.
Age

32

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Why I'm standing

Upper Hutt has huge potential. We need an energetic and dedicated mayor to make the city the best in the region to raise a family. I am running to create a more liveable city while improving the way we spend public money. I am running to create a more transparent and inclusive council.

About me

I started my career in local government while studying business and resource management. I'm now a strategic advisor to councils across the country, helping them solve big challenges in infrastructure, transport, strategy and urban planning. From this experience, I know how to make pragmatic, responsible decisions that create public good and are affordable.

My priorities
  1. Create a vibrant city centre where families love to spend time together.
  2. Make it easier for everyone to get around the city.
  3. Plan ahead for the infrastructure needed and ensure costs are fairly distributed.
Age

32

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