Waipā District Council
The Waipā 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). one councillor will be elected from the Waipā 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 Waipā District Council election.
Waipā District Council candidates
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Yvonne Waho
Why I'm standing
I am standing for election to ensure Māori wards remain, and that our communities are heard, valued and supported in shaping our future. I believe council should honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and uphold Māori tino rangatiratanga over their ancestral lands. I focus on representing with integrity, building strong connections and making decisions today that create a better future for our mokopuna.
About me
I love our people and this place, and I want to be a voice that truly listens and stands alongside our community. I have walked with whānau, hapū, iwi and neighbours through both challenges and celebrations, and I believe the best outcomes come when we work together. I will bring an open heart, a listening ear and a genuine commitment to serve with honesty and respect.
My priorities
- Retain Māori wards to uphold Te Tiriti and ensure Māori voices guide council decisions.
- Build affordable housing and papakāinga to address the housing crisis for whānau.
- Upskill rangatahi in trades to create jobs and deliver housing solutions for our future.
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