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

Jason Goldsworthy

Waimakariri Councillor Rangiora-Ashley ward

Jason Goldsworthy

Waimakariri Councillor Rangiora-Ashley ward

Why I'm standing

As a father of two under four and a servant of our community, I am committed to working towards a leaving the Waimakariri a little better than the great district it is now, for all who follow us.

About me

As a councillor, a volunteer firefighter and St John youth leader I engage with our community every day. Working hard to achieve our communities wants, willingly responding in times of need and experiencing the joy of seeing our future grow and learn. My faith has taught me to serve, putting you and your families before myself, and how to act on my convictions, both being at the heart of what I do.

My priorities
  1. Focus on intergenerational equity in all matters but primarily regarding financing projects.
  2. Strengthen communities to be more connected and resilient in challenging times.
  3. Keep the local in local government.
Current role

Waimakariri Councillor Rangiora-Ashley ward

Residence

Rangiora

Age

32

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Why I'm standing

As a father of two under four and a servant of our community, I am committed to working towards a leaving the Waimakariri a little better than the great district it is now, for all who follow us.

About me

As a councillor, a volunteer firefighter and St John youth leader I engage with our community every day. Working hard to achieve our communities wants, willingly responding in times of need and experiencing the joy of seeing our future grow and learn. My faith has taught me to serve, putting you and your families before myself, and how to act on my convictions, both being at the heart of what I do.

My priorities
  1. Focus on intergenerational equity in all matters but primarily regarding financing projects.
  2. Strengthen communities to be more connected and resilient in challenging times.
  3. Keep the local in local government.
Current role

Waimakariri Councillor Rangiora-Ashley ward

Residence

Rangiora

Age

32

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