Upper Hutt City Council
The Upper Hutt City 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 ten councillors and the mayor. 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 election.
Upper Hutt City Council candidates
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David McNicholas
DJ
Hellen Swales
Change we need, voice you deserve
Corey White
Independent
Kylie McKenna
Independent
Dave Burt
Hope resilience and a shared future
Daniel Welch
Backing the Future of Upper Hutt
Heather Blissett
Tofa Gush
Our Community
Brett Thomson
Euan Andrews
Michael J Anderson
Bill Hammond
Independent
Angela McLeod
Tracey Ultra
Independent
Emma Holderness
Independent
Dave Wheeler
Henry Grey
Matt Carey
Independent
Ramil Adhikari
Wade Cashmore
Independent
Teresa Homan
Independent
Gurpreet Dhillon
Nigel Mander
Serve the community
Heather Newell
Rachel Tukaki Kingi
Brett Thomson
Why I'm standing
I'm standing for Upper Hutt City Council as your voice for fiscal responsibility, economic growth and community pride – and to keep decision-making in Upper Hutt, not handed over to Wellington through amalgamation. I love Upper Hutt – its people, its parks, its potential. It is a great place to live and play. However, I believe we need to pivot towards strengthening our economy, creating jobs and lifting prosperity for all.
About me
I combine financial discipline, visionary thinking and genuine community connection. I can see the big picture but also understand the daily struggles of residents. I am offering stewardship of ratepayer money, bold ideas to grow the economy and practical policies that improve lives right now. I am a Chartered Accountant, a member of the Institute of Directors and a problem solver. I will work to ensure prosperity for all while protecting our beautiful environment.
My priorities
- Keep rates fair and stable as a share of household income and improve digital use.
- Address potholes, improve roading and improve water infrastructure.
- Foster a better environment for business and industry and unlock tourism growth.
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