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Crystal Beavis
Waikato District Councillor; Dep. Chair Policy & Regulatory
Crystal Beavis
Waikato District Councillor; Dep. Chair Policy & Regulatory
Why I'm standing
I've lived in Tamahere-Woodlands for 24 years, raised a family here, and I want to help our community to retain and enhance the country/village character of our area. I want to continue to work with the many local groups that strive in different ways to make Tamahere-Woodlands such an attractive place to live. I also want to ensure our community is well-informed, and help to develop genuine dialogue to support democratically-driven council decisions.
About me
I offer experience, energy and strong local commitment. As a sitting councillor, and a business communications professional who has worked inside council too, I've a good understanding of council's business and processes. I have 12 years' experience in public sector governance, including 6 years on the Waikato District Health Board working to improve health services for our rural communities. I'm an active community member of St Stephen's Tamahere - home of the Tamahere Country Market.
My priorities
- Limit general rates rises to 3% in 2026, then to 2.5% and less as budgeted in the long term plan.
- Ensure local aspirations, including via blueprints, are properly reflected in council's policies and plans.
- Champion initiatives to improve council's responsiveness and report regularly to local committees.
Current role
Waikato District Councillor; Dep. Chair Policy & Regulatory
Residence
Tamahere-Woodlands
Age
67
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Why I'm standing
I've lived in Tamahere-Woodlands for 24 years, raised a family here, and I want to help our community to retain and enhance the country/village character of our area. I want to continue to work with the many local groups that strive in different ways to make Tamahere-Woodlands such an attractive place to live. I also want to ensure our community is well-informed, and help to develop genuine dialogue to support democratically-driven council decisions.
About me
I offer experience, energy and strong local commitment. As a sitting councillor, and a business communications professional who has worked inside council too, I've a good understanding of council's business and processes. I have 12 years' experience in public sector governance, including 6 years on the Waikato District Health Board working to improve health services for our rural communities. I'm an active community member of St Stephen's Tamahere - home of the Tamahere Country Market.
My priorities
- Limit general rates rises to 3% in 2026, then to 2.5% and less as budgeted in the long term plan.
- Ensure local aspirations, including via blueprints, are properly reflected in council's policies and plans.
- Champion initiatives to improve council's responsiveness and report regularly to local committees.
Current role
Waikato District Councillor; Dep. Chair Policy & Regulatory
Residence
Tamahere-Woodlands
Age
67
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