NZ Local Elections 2025

Mayor of Whanganui

The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the district and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. 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 Whanganui District Council mayoral election.

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Peter Oskam

Peter Oskam

Community before Coin

Gregory McPhee

Gregory McPhee

Josh Chandulal-Mackay

Josh Chandulal-Mackay

A New Generation of Leadership

Andrew Tripe

Andrew Tripe

Let’s keep Whanganui moving forward

Peter Oskam

Community before Coin

| Councillor

Peter Oskam

Community before Coin

| Councillor

Why I'm standing

I understand that Whanganui faces significant challenges that require careful consideration and strategic planning. I will advocate for solutions that keep decision-making close to the community, ensuring that local knowledge guides our path forward.

About me

Through his work on the Rural Community Board and Council, I have observed that Whanganui is made up of a "cluster" of small communities, each with its own individuality. As mayor, I aim to bring these diverse communities together while respecting their unique characteristics.

My priorities
  1. Return to living within our financial means and invest wisely for a sustainable future.
  2. Improve council service that improves wellbeing in all suburbs by fast-tracking decisions for the community.
  3. Make decisions in collaboration with the community, not imposed from above by the council.
Current role

Councillor

Residence

Rural Whanganui River

Age

67

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Why I'm standing

I understand that Whanganui faces significant challenges that require careful consideration and strategic planning. I will advocate for solutions that keep decision-making close to the community, ensuring that local knowledge guides our path forward.

About me

Through his work on the Rural Community Board and Council, I have observed that Whanganui is made up of a "cluster" of small communities, each with its own individuality. As mayor, I aim to bring these diverse communities together while respecting their unique characteristics.

My priorities
  1. Return to living within our financial means and invest wisely for a sustainable future.
  2. Improve council service that improves wellbeing in all suburbs by fast-tracking decisions for the community.
  3. Make decisions in collaboration with the community, not imposed from above by the council.
Current role

Councillor

Residence

Rural Whanganui River

Age

67

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