NZ Local Elections 2025

Waimakariri District Council

Rangiora-Ashley 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 Rangiora-Ashley 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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Bruce McLaren

Bruce McLaren

Independent

Robbie Brine

Robbie Brine

Steve Wilkinson

Steve Wilkinson

Standing Together For Waimakariri

Jason Goldsworthy

Jason Goldsworthy

Wendy Doody

Wendy Doody

Independent

Paul Williams

Paul Williams

Standing Together For Waimakariri

Sam Fisher

Sam Fisher

Independent

James Bourke

James Bourke

Standing Together for Waimakariri

Joan Ward

Joan Ward

Wayne Linton

Wayne Linton

Independent

Bruce McLaren

Independent

| Rangiora-Ashley Community Board member

Bruce McLaren

Independent

| Rangiora-Ashley Community Board member

Why I'm standing

I was born, raised and live here in Rangiora. I love this district and, along with the rest of the McLaren family, we are actively involved with many community groups and activities. As a councillor I will contribute even more to our local community, quickly responding to emerging issues.

About me

I care about the wellbeing of people. I am a restorative justice facilitator, so I listen and act in ways that are helpful and meaningful for the participants. This thinking is readily transferable to a council setting – always working for the good of the community.

My priorities
  1. Ensure rates increases are kept to a minimum without compromising the current levels of service.
  2. Provide a safe and inclusive environment that welcomes everyone to the district.
  3. Strongly oppose road tolls on the new SH1 Woodend Bypass as we already pay tax and road user charges.
Current role

Rangiora-Ashley Community Board member

Residence

Rangiora

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Why I'm standing

I was born, raised and live here in Rangiora. I love this district and, along with the rest of the McLaren family, we are actively involved with many community groups and activities. As a councillor I will contribute even more to our local community, quickly responding to emerging issues.

About me

I care about the wellbeing of people. I am a restorative justice facilitator, so I listen and act in ways that are helpful and meaningful for the participants. This thinking is readily transferable to a council setting – always working for the good of the community.

My priorities
  1. Ensure rates increases are kept to a minimum without compromising the current levels of service.
  2. Provide a safe and inclusive environment that welcomes everyone to the district.
  3. Strongly oppose road tolls on the new SH1 Woodend Bypass as we already pay tax and road user charges.
Current role

Rangiora-Ashley Community Board member

Residence

Rangiora

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