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Steve Wilkinson
Standing Together For Waimakariri
| Rangiora Community Board
Steve Wilkinson
Standing Together For Waimakariri
| Rangiora Community Board
Why I'm standing
I believe the council has moved away from its core activities without first gaining a clear mandate from the community. I want to be part of Standing Together for Waimakariri – a team committed to bringing council back to basics, improving efficiencies and ensuring genuine consultation before major decisions are made. I believe our district deserves leadership that listens, acts responsibly and focuses on delivering real value for the people who live and work here.
About me
I have lived and worked in Waimakariri for many years and am deeply connected to our community. My background includes leading multi-million-dollar businesses, serving in local governance and volunteering in community initiatives. I value honesty, respect and listening to all perspectives. I am approachable, practical and committed to working hard for the people I represent. These experiences and values will help me serve with integrity, transparency and a genuine focus on what matters to our district.
My priorities
- Deliver a nil rates increase in 2027/28 to ease costs and prove council can live within its means.
- Focus spending on core services and infrastructure to meet needs, not wants.
- Improve consultation to ensure decisions reflect community priorities.
Current role
Rangiora Community Board
Before politics
Business Consultant
Residence
Rangiora
Age
70
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Why I'm standing
I believe the council has moved away from its core activities without first gaining a clear mandate from the community. I want to be part of Standing Together for Waimakariri – a team committed to bringing council back to basics, improving efficiencies and ensuring genuine consultation before major decisions are made. I believe our district deserves leadership that listens, acts responsibly and focuses on delivering real value for the people who live and work here.
About me
I have lived and worked in Waimakariri for many years and am deeply connected to our community. My background includes leading multi-million-dollar businesses, serving in local governance and volunteering in community initiatives. I value honesty, respect and listening to all perspectives. I am approachable, practical and committed to working hard for the people I represent. These experiences and values will help me serve with integrity, transparency and a genuine focus on what matters to our district.
My priorities
- Deliver a nil rates increase in 2027/28 to ease costs and prove council can live within its means.
- Focus spending on core services and infrastructure to meet needs, not wants.
- Improve consultation to ensure decisions reflect community priorities.
Current role
Rangiora Community Board
Before politics
Business Consultant
Residence
Rangiora
Age
70
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