NZ Local Elections 2025

Waitaki District Council

Ōamaru Ward

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

Candidates

Policies

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Jim Hopkins

Independent

Nathan Barnes

Sheridan Newson

Andy De Boer

Ramon Kirk

Mark Townsend

Independent

Jeremy Holding

Independent

Dan Lewis

Independent

Teenica Harrex

Teeni

Mata'aga Hana Melania Fanene-Taiti

Courtney Linwood

Independent

Rebecca Ryan

Independent

Ferdie Kruger

Richard Vinbrux

Peter De Reus

Sheridan Newson

Why I'm standing

Waitaki is a beautiful and unique district which I have had the pleasure of exploring through my previous job and free time. I will bring local government experience and youth to the council which will offer a different perspective. I want to make sure people's opinions and concerns are being heard. I am passionate about this community and want to do more to improve it for the future.

About me

I have lived in Oamaru for over six years and have spent approximately seven years working in local government which gives me a good understanding of how councils operate.

My priorities

Support local business and promote economic growth.
Ensure council provides clear and transparent information to the public.
Reduce expenditure in ways that do not negatively affect core services and infrastructure.

Residence

Oamaru North

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Why I'm standing

About me

I have lived in Oamaru for over six years and have spent approximately seven years working in local government which gives me a good understanding of how councils operate.

My priorities

Support local business and promote economic growth.
Ensure council provides clear and transparent information to the public.
Reduce expenditure in ways that do not negatively affect core services and infrastructure.

Residence

Oamaru North

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