NZ Local Elections 2025

Western Bay of Plenty District Council

Katikati-Waihī Beach General Ward
The Western Bay of Plenty 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 nine councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). three councillors will be elected from the Katikati-Waihī Beach 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 Western Bay of Plenty District Council election.

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Wayne Stevenson

Wayne Stevenson

Bringing our communities together

John Clements

John Clements

Candice Thomas

Candice Thomas

Rodney Joyce

Rodney Joyce

Independent

Andy Earl

Andy Earl

Allan Sole

Allan Sole

Andy Earl

Kati Kati Community Board

Andy Earl

Kati Kati Community Board

Why I'm standing

I have been on the Kati Kati Community Board but would like to have a more robust representation for our residents.

About me

I am a father. I am honest and committed. I don't drink or smoke. I am a descendant of the original settlers in Kati Kati.

My priorities
  1. Focus on better roading for Kati Kati – Tauranga Northern Link stage three, a modern playground and basketball facility, and a modern skatepark.
  2. Campaign and support the need for current health providers, including both Kati Kati Medical Centre and Tamawhariua.
  3. Advocate for councillors and the Kati Kati Community Board to have control over developments instead of council employees from Tauranga.
Current role

Kati Kati Community Board

Before politics

Insurance Adviseor

Residence

Kati Kati

Age

58

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Why I'm standing

I have been on the Kati Kati Community Board but would like to have a more robust representation for our residents.

About me

I am a father. I am honest and committed. I don't drink or smoke. I am a descendant of the original settlers in Kati Kati.

My priorities
  1. Focus on better roading for Kati Kati – Tauranga Northern Link stage three, a modern playground and basketball facility, and a modern skatepark.
  2. Campaign and support the need for current health providers, including both Kati Kati Medical Centre and Tamawhariua.
  3. Advocate for councillors and the Kati Kati Community Board to have control over developments instead of council employees from Tauranga.
Current role

Kati Kati Community Board

Before politics

Insurance Adviseor

Residence

Kati Kati

Age

58

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