NZ Local Elections 2025

Wellington City Council

Takapu/Northern General Ward
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 Takapū/Northern 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.

Candidates

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Ben McNulty

Ben McNulty

Labour

John Apanowicz

John Apanowicz

A Voice for Wellington

Joan Shi

Joan Shi

Independent

Andrea Compton

Andrea Compton

Smart spending. Strong future.

Michael Hill

Michael Hill

Independent

Tony Randle

Tony Randle

Independent - no party affiliation

Mark Flynn

Mark Flynn

ACT Local: Real Change. Lower Rates.

Joan Shi

Independent

Joan Shi

Independent

Why I'm standing

My two children and I have enjoyed 13 wonderful years living in this city. As Wellington is my children's hometown, I have a genuine passion for making Wellington a better place. However, I can see that Wellington is not in good shape, particularly regarding its current financial situation and aging infrastructure.

About me

Having lived 13 wonderful years in Wellington, I have joined several clubs that I consider my communities. Growing up in a business family and with experience in international trade, international banking, NGOs and IT, I believe I would bring significant value to the council table.

My priorities
  1. Prioritise council spending towards core infrastructure and essential services for the community.
  2. Provide better and more affordable public transportation as it carries more people, rain or shine.
  3. Nurture a business-friendly environment as businesses are our backbone.
Residence

Khandallah

Age

46

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Why I'm standing

My two children and I have enjoyed 13 wonderful years living in this city. As Wellington is my children's hometown, I have a genuine passion for making Wellington a better place. However, I can see that Wellington is not in good shape, particularly regarding its current financial situation and aging infrastructure.

About me

Having lived 13 wonderful years in Wellington, I have joined several clubs that I consider my communities. Growing up in a business family and with experience in international trade, international banking, NGOs and IT, I believe I would bring significant value to the council table.

My priorities
  1. Prioritise council spending towards core infrastructure and essential services for the community.
  2. Provide better and more affordable public transportation as it carries more people, rain or shine.
  3. Nurture a business-friendly environment as businesses are our backbone.
Residence

Khandallah

Age

46

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