NZ Local Elections 2025

Wairoa District Council

Wairoa General Ward

The Wairoa 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 six councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). three councillors will be elected from the Wairoa 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 Wairoa District Council election.

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John Malis

Independent

Veronica Grace Tukaki

Sam Jackman

Amber Forrest

Independent

Roz Thomas

Camden Gaskin

Sara Bird

Jeremy Harker

Independent

Stuart Harris

Camden Gaskin

Why I'm standing

I have been a drug law reform advocate for 30 years, a business owner for 30 years, softball club president for 10 years and rugby league chairman for 10 years. At 70 years old, I may have a little wisdom.

About me

I have stood for Parliament several times. I speak publicly on drug law reform, which is not a popular topic, but I believe doing nothing about it is not an option.

My priorities

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Before politics

Retired

Residence

Tuai

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Why I'm standing

About me

I have stood for Parliament several times. I speak publicly on drug law reform, which is not a popular topic, but I believe doing nothing about it is not an option.

My priorities

No response

Before politics

Retired

Residence

Tuai

Age

Connect via

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