Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board
The Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Christchurch City Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of nine members: six members elected by voters, including Two members from your area, and three members from the Christchurch City council. 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 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board election.
Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board candidates
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Sophie Bond
Why I'm standing
I have experienced first-hand the way that community boards can listen to and support the needs of the community. I believe that when people feel well connected to the place they live, that strengthens community and improves outcomes for all. I want to make sure that everyone within our diverse ward has a voice and can be empowered to contribute.
About me
I live in Spreydon and I am employed by Crossover Trust, a local organisation which supports children and whānau to thrive. I work within Addington Kura and have connections across Spreydon and Addington communities through a variety of projects from refugee resettlement to food security projects. I have board and governance experience and currently chair the Te Waerenga board. I think it is important to have more women's voices in local government.
My priorities
- Protect greatest assets – the port, airport, electricity and fibre networks – from being sold.
- Increase equitable access to public transport by supporting a mass rapid transport system.
- Improve environment by increasing biodiversity and cleaning up waterways.
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