NZ Local Elections 2025

Waipa District Council

Cambridge General Ward
The Waipa 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 11 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). four councillors will be elected from the Cambridge 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 Waipa District Council election.

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Don Sanders

Don Sanders

Independent

Philip Coles

Philip Coles

Karla Lugatiman

Karla Lugatiman

Faithful Leadership. Practical Wisdom

Ian Hayton

Ian Hayton

Better Waipa

Stuart Matthews

Stuart Matthews

Independent

Jo Davies-Colley

Jo Davies-Colley

Dave Marinkovich

Dave Marinkovich

Mike Cater

Mike Cater

Better Waipa

Hope Spooner

Hope Spooner

Better Waipa

Stuart Hylton

Stuart Hylton

ACT Local: Real Change. Lower Rates

Pip Kempthorne

Pip Kempthorne

A voice for Cambridge

Aidhean Camson

Aidhean Camson

Smart Growth, Strong Governance

Roger Gordon

Roger Gordon

Barry Quayle

Barry Quayle

Competency needed

Don Sanders

Independent

Don Sanders

Independent

Why I'm standing

I've seen poor governance in recent years—decisions made without community input, and priorities out of step with locals. I live here, and I want Cambridge to stay liveable, affordable, and connected. Someone needs to stand up for smart growth, strong infrastructure, and local control. I'll fight for fast travel, fair rates, and open council. Let's protect what makes Cambridge special—and make it even better.

About me

I live in Cambridge and understand the real issues facing our community. I've seen poor governance and know we need practical, local leadership. I'll bring common sense, transparency, and a focus on results—not bureaucracy. I listen, I act, and I care about keeping Cambridge liveable, affordable, and connected. I'll stand up for residents, protect our assets, and make sure council works for the people—not the other way around.

My priorities
  1. Rein in rates and restore fairness, transparency, and restraint because rates are out of control.
  2. Fix roads, expand parking, and build a new bridge to provide smooth travel and smart access in Cambridge.
  3. Retain ownership of community assets like water and protect Cambridge's character through local control.
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Why I'm standing

I've seen poor governance in recent years—decisions made without community input, and priorities out of step with locals. I live here, and I want Cambridge to stay liveable, affordable, and connected. Someone needs to stand up for smart growth, strong infrastructure, and local control. I'll fight for fast travel, fair rates, and open council. Let's protect what makes Cambridge special—and make it even better.

About me

I live in Cambridge and understand the real issues facing our community. I've seen poor governance and know we need practical, local leadership. I'll bring common sense, transparency, and a focus on results—not bureaucracy. I listen, I act, and I care about keeping Cambridge liveable, affordable, and connected. I'll stand up for residents, protect our assets, and make sure council works for the people—not the other way around.

My priorities
  1. Rein in rates and restore fairness, transparency, and restraint because rates are out of control.
  2. Fix roads, expand parking, and build a new bridge to provide smooth travel and smart access in Cambridge.
  3. Retain ownership of community assets like water and protect Cambridge's character through local control.
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