NZ Local Elections 2025

Waikato Regional Council

Hamilton General Constituency
The Waikato Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). four councillors will be elected from the Hamilton constituency. 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 Waikato Regional Council election.

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Jennifer Nickel

Jennifer Nickel

Pamela Chiles

Pamela Chiles

Chris Hughes

Chris Hughes

Angela Strange

Angela Strange

Bala Tikkisetty

Bala Tikkisetty

Phillip Westwood

Phillip Westwood

Ben Dunbar-Smith

Ben Dunbar-Smith

Bruce Clarkson

Bruce Clarkson

Henry Penny

Henry Penny

Robin Ratcliffe

Robin Ratcliffe

Henry Penny

Henry Penny

Why I'm standing

I'm running for election to bring a balanced, practical approach to council decisions. With over 25 years in software engineering, I've learned the value of listening, building consensus, and solving complex problems with fairness, accountability, fiscal responsibility, and sustainability. I want to apply this experience to serve the community effectively, ensuring decisions benefit residents while using resources responsibly.

About me

I will make a good elected representative because I am approachable, a careful listener, and skilled at building consensus. I can balance competing interests, understand complex issues, and focus on practical solutions. I take responsibility seriously, act with integrity, and am committed to making decisions that are fair, accountable, and in the community's best interests.

My priorities
  1. Ensure council spending is efficient and get the best bang for the buck.
  2. Focus on the essentials and do them well.
  3. Work with other bodies across the region to reduce duplication.
Residence

Hillcrest

Age

52

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Why I'm standing

I'm running for election to bring a balanced, practical approach to council decisions. With over 25 years in software engineering, I've learned the value of listening, building consensus, and solving complex problems with fairness, accountability, fiscal responsibility, and sustainability. I want to apply this experience to serve the community effectively, ensuring decisions benefit residents while using resources responsibly.

About me

I will make a good elected representative because I am approachable, a careful listener, and skilled at building consensus. I can balance competing interests, understand complex issues, and focus on practical solutions. I take responsibility seriously, act with integrity, and am committed to making decisions that are fair, accountable, and in the community's best interests.

My priorities
  1. Ensure council spending is efficient and get the best bang for the buck.
  2. Focus on the essentials and do them well.
  3. Work with other bodies across the region to reduce duplication.
Residence

Hillcrest

Age

52

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