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). one councillor will be elected from the Te Whanganui-a-Tara 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.
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Matthew Reweti
Why I'm standing
As an uri of the rangatira who signed Te Tiriti in this rohe, I stand to uphold tino rangatiratanga. My whakapapa binds me to this whenua. I've lived here all my life and raised my four children here. My candidacy is grounded in tikanga: kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga. I bring relationships, skills, and experience to serve and uplift all Māori.
About me
I bring lived experience and proven commitment to serving our people. My career spans health, education, te taiao and social services. I have worked for our people through hardship and hope. I continue to hold governance positions for Te Ātiawa and with Ngā Hau e Whā Marae. I value listening, building relationships and ensuring all voices are heard. I stand to serve with integrity, accountability, and aroha.
My priorities
- Create opportunities for pakihi Māori, toi Māori and te reo Māori that will uplift our people.
- Protect social housing and support measures to make quality housing affordable for our people.
- Uphold tino rangatiratanga and mana motuhake, including keeping Māori representation.
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