NZ Local Elections 2025

Waimakariri District Council

Kaiapoi-Woodend Ward
The Waimakariri District 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. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). four councillors will be elected from the Kaiapoi-Woodend ward. 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 Waimakariri District Council election.

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Henrietta Carroll

Henrietta Carroll

Tim Bartle

Tim Bartle

Standing Together For Waimakariri

Philip Redmond

Philip Redmond

Independent

Matt James

Matt James

Brent Cairns

Brent Cairns

Community Comes First

Sandra Stewart

Sandra Stewart

Nathan Atkins

Nathan Atkins

ACT Local: Real Change. Lower Rates.

Natalie Leary

Natalie Leary

Prudence Stone

Prudence Stone

Shona Powell

Shona Powell

A Voice For You

Brent Cairns

Community Comes First

| Waimakariri District Councillor - Kaiapoi - Woodend Ward

Brent Cairns

Community Comes First

| Waimakariri District Councillor - Kaiapoi - Woodend Ward

Why I'm standing

I am out in our district every day, whether chairing Neighbourhood Support, designing and planting food forests, attending community events, or talking to local groups and businesses. I volunteered for St John and our local fire brigade during my time in the Waimakariri District. Shirley and I, as trustees of All Together Kaiapoi, helped with organising community events. For me, this is not about titles or showy recognition; it is about continuing the work that truly matters.

About me

I believe our district is growing rapidly and with that growth comes important decisions about housing, transport, infrastructure and services that affect our everyday lives. I want to continue helping shape a positive future that works for everyone while preserving what makes Waimakariri such a special place to live. Let's keep building a thriving, connected and resilient Waimakariri District.

My priorities
  1. Support education and build more food forests to address the growing issue of food insecurity.
  2. Find better ways to build a healthier district; sports clubs are struggling with reduced government funding.
  3. Create age-friendly communities by supporting participation, health services and improving transportation.
Current role

Waimakariri District Councillor - Kaiapoi - Woodend Ward

Before politics

Business owner

Residence

Kaiapoi

Age

65

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Why I'm standing

I am out in our district every day, whether chairing Neighbourhood Support, designing and planting food forests, attending community events, or talking to local groups and businesses. I volunteered for St John and our local fire brigade during my time in the Waimakariri District. Shirley and I, as trustees of All Together Kaiapoi, helped with organising community events. For me, this is not about titles or showy recognition; it is about continuing the work that truly matters.

About me

I believe our district is growing rapidly and with that growth comes important decisions about housing, transport, infrastructure and services that affect our everyday lives. I want to continue helping shape a positive future that works for everyone while preserving what makes Waimakariri such a special place to live. Let's keep building a thriving, connected and resilient Waimakariri District.

My priorities
  1. Support education and build more food forests to address the growing issue of food insecurity.
  2. Find better ways to build a healthier district; sports clubs are struggling with reduced government funding.
  3. Create age-friendly communities by supporting participation, health services and improving transportation.
Current role

Waimakariri District Councillor - Kaiapoi - Woodend Ward

Before politics

Business owner

Residence

Kaiapoi

Age

65

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