NZ Local Elections 2025

Waipa District Council

Pirongia and Kakepuku 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). two councillors will be elected from the Pirongia and Kakepuku 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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Les Bennett

Les Bennett

Better Waipa

Clare St Pierre

Clare St Pierre

Independent

Naomi Pocock

Naomi Pocock

Clare St Pierre

Independent

| Pirongia-Kakepuku Ward Councillor

Clare St Pierre

Independent

| Pirongia-Kakepuku Ward Councillor

Why I'm standing

I care deeply about this district where I was born and want a council that does better at the basics. I am concerned about our finances, especially affordability, but I can also see opportunities that could unlock an exciting future, that need strategic thinking and collaboration involving diverse stakeholders. I have the track record to successfully lead such an approach and provide a strong voice for rural communities.

About me

I know how council operates, being a four-term councillor for Pirongia-Kakepuku Ward and have learned that listening is important. I have a business career in finance and leadership roles in community organisations spanning 30 years that equip me well. I have a first class honours BBS management degree and chartered membership of the New Zealand Institute of Directors. As instigator of the successful ecological corridor project between Maungatautari and Pirongia, I have proven collaborative capabilities.

My priorities
  1. Fix the finances to ensure rates remain affordable.
  2. Control growth debt so there is debt headroom to progress community projects.
  3. Improve transparency and open up council business to improve trust and confidence.
Current role

Pirongia-Kakepuku Ward Councillor

Before politics

Not for Profit Group Leader

Residence

Pirongia

Age

64

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Why I'm standing

I care deeply about this district where I was born and want a council that does better at the basics. I am concerned about our finances, especially affordability, but I can also see opportunities that could unlock an exciting future, that need strategic thinking and collaboration involving diverse stakeholders. I have the track record to successfully lead such an approach and provide a strong voice for rural communities.

About me

I know how council operates, being a four-term councillor for Pirongia-Kakepuku Ward and have learned that listening is important. I have a business career in finance and leadership roles in community organisations spanning 30 years that equip me well. I have a first class honours BBS management degree and chartered membership of the New Zealand Institute of Directors. As instigator of the successful ecological corridor project between Maungatautari and Pirongia, I have proven collaborative capabilities.

My priorities
  1. Fix the finances to ensure rates remain affordable.
  2. Control growth debt so there is debt headroom to progress community projects.
  3. Improve transparency and open up council business to improve trust and confidence.
Current role

Pirongia-Kakepuku Ward Councillor

Before politics

Not for Profit Group Leader

Residence

Pirongia

Age

64

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