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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Tory Whanau
Why I'm standing
As the current mayor of Wellington it would be an absolute honour to serve another term and work to deliver better outcomes for mana whenua. To see our city thrive with affordable housing and transformational projects that delivers efficient public transport, a full cycleway network and pedestrian friendly streets. A place where our nature and creativity continue to flourish. Most importantly, I want us to ensure we're honouring Te Tiriti with our iwi partners.
About me
As the current mayor I have advanced governance experience. I now want to use that to deliver for the Māori Ward. I am standing for our Māori Ward on council, so I can remain at the table for the decisions that matter most to our people. To protect those massive wins we've had this term. But, I also want to give the Māori Ward the mana it deserves.
My priorities
- Honour Te Tiriti with the retention of Takai Here and Pouiwi to ensure iwi partnership.
- Increase engagement amongst Māori in our democratic process and Long Term Plan.
- Increase visibility and delivery of Tūpiki Ora Māori Strategy.
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