NZ Local Elections 2025

Waikato Regional Council

Taupō-Rotorua 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). one councillor will be elected from the Taupō-Rotorua 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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Deb Mair

Deb Mair

Debbie Davies

Debbie Davies

Mich’eal Downard

Mich’eal Downard

Deb Mair

Deb Mair

Why I'm standing

I have been fighting and advocating for our lake, rivers, bush, and birds in collaboration with landowners and iwi. I am someone who shows up, listens, and follows through. I believe protecting nature strengthens our environment, culture, spirit, and economy. I believe safeguarding our natural heritage enriches every part of life. I am standing to protect our environment, support strong communities, and ensure a healthy, resilient Waikato for generations to come.

About me

I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, community understanding, and a deep commitment to the long-term health of our environment. I am stepping up to work alongside others and lead constructive change, building trust, listening carefully, and finding common ground to achieve results. I am solutions-focused, collaborative, and not afraid to ask hard questions or challenge the status quo when needed. I am always working for the wellbeing of people, the lake, and the land.

My priorities
  1. Implement surveillance to manage invasive pests and support long-term freshwater pest control.
  2. Build transport alignment with neighbours and support national, regional, and local transport goals.
  3. Tackle water quality, shortages, and demands by working together, honouring livelihoods and culture.
Before politics

Ecologist

Residence

Taupō

Age

57

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Why I'm standing

I have been fighting and advocating for our lake, rivers, bush, and birds in collaboration with landowners and iwi. I am someone who shows up, listens, and follows through. I believe protecting nature strengthens our environment, culture, spirit, and economy. I believe safeguarding our natural heritage enriches every part of life. I am standing to protect our environment, support strong communities, and ensure a healthy, resilient Waikato for generations to come.

About me

I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, community understanding, and a deep commitment to the long-term health of our environment. I am stepping up to work alongside others and lead constructive change, building trust, listening carefully, and finding common ground to achieve results. I am solutions-focused, collaborative, and not afraid to ask hard questions or challenge the status quo when needed. I am always working for the wellbeing of people, the lake, and the land.

My priorities
  1. Implement surveillance to manage invasive pests and support long-term freshwater pest control.
  2. Build transport alignment with neighbours and support national, regional, and local transport goals.
  3. Tackle water quality, shortages, and demands by working together, honouring livelihoods and culture.
Before politics

Ecologist

Residence

Taupō

Age

57

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