Wellington City Council
The Wellington City 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 15 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). three councillors will be elected from the Pukehīnau/Lambton ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Wellington City Council election.
Wellington City Council candidates
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Geordie Rogers
Green Party
Nicola Young
Independent - for an affordable city
Rodney Barber
Independent for Public Value
Zan Rai Gyaw
Residents-Only Voting
David Lee
Let's Get Wellington Working
Afnan Al-Rubayee
Labour
Tim Ward
Tony De Lorenzo
Independent
Stuart Wong
INDEPENDENT TOGETHER - Vote For IT
Dan Milward
Independent - Go Forward with Milward
Teal Mau
Tim Ward
Why I'm standing
I am standing for local government because Wellington needs councillors who can set aside their differences and work for the community. I understand how decisions affect people; residents, entrepreneurs and communities alike. I want to restore confidence, fix core services like water and housing, back local business and creativity, and ensure ratepayers get real value for money.
About me
I would make a good elected representative because I combine real-world business experience with a deep commitment to community and the environment. I understand the challenges faced by residents and local businesses alike, and I know how to turn ideas into action. I listen, collaborate and get things done. My focus is on fixing foundations while keeping Wellington's unique character alive.
My priorities
- Focus on good financial management and transparency at council to restore trust and keep the city affordable.
- Recognise arts and creativity as central to Wellington's identity and economy.
- Enable local businesses to thrive in order to build vibrancy and support innovation.
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