Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board

The Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Christchurch City Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of nine members: six members elected by voters, including Two members from your area, and three members from the Christchurch City council. 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 Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board election.

Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board candidates

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Mike Gibbs

Why I'm standing

I have the right skills to continue on the work started by other members in 2022. I believe we are at a unique time in history where the right choices need to be made, and I believe I am the right person to make these decisions on your behalf. This city is exciting and I am very proud to be from Christchurch and the east.

About me

I believe I can make a difference if elected, but my promise to you all is that I will listen and act on what you as the voters require. If that changes then my focus will change. A vote for me is a vote for the change you wish to see happen. Nothing is impossible if you have a positive attitude and mindset.

My priorities

  1. Continue to build communities by getting neighbours talking and looking out for one another.
  2. Bring more services back to the suburbs, including accessible bus routes with smaller buses for all.
  3. Focus on big events to bring back more investment within local businesses.

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