Whanganui District Council
The Whanganui 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 12 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). ten councillors will be elected from the Whanganui 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 Whanganui District Council election.
Whanganui District Council candidates
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Philippa Baker-Hogan
Ratepayer & Sport Focused
Rob Vinsen
Ratepayer Focused
Awhi Haenga
Michael Law
Independent
Kate Joblin
Independent
Azian Z.
Real Solutions for Whanganui
Ross Fallen
Independent
Mike Hos
A voice for our city’s future
Tony Sundman
Tracey Jarman
Rates & Community Focused
Peter Oskam
Community before Coin
Michael Organ
Whanganui First
Julian Emmett
Gregory McPhee
Charlotte Melser
Independent
Jay Rerekura
Sandra Isobel Kyle
Animal Justice Party of Aotearoa NZ
Josh Chandulal-Mackay
A New Generation of Leadership
Scott Phillips
Every cent counts, every voice matters
Glenda Brown
Independent
Rob Oscroft
Focus Whanganui
Jason Bardell
Back to Basics
Robin Westley
Independent
Azian Z.
Why I'm standing
I'm standing to serve our community and advocate for practical ideas and real solutions to ensure responsible spending, prioritise essential services, and enhance our city for residents and businesses. I bring integrity, pragmatism and common sense to local decision-making, while connecting residents, businesses and public services. I care deeply about our city's resilience, wellbeing and future. I want to build bridges, real and metaphorical, that unite people and strengthen our local community.
About me
I have lived in Whanganui for over 15 years and have a background in community development. I also run my own wellbeing business. My qualifications in architectural drafting and graphic design give me strategic problem-solving skills and insight into infrastructure and practical implementation. I bring dedication, accountability, and a commitment to putting Whanganui first. I understand local challenges, value community input, and will work collaboratively to deliver solutions that benefit everyone in our city.
My priorities
- Strengthen essential infrastructure to improve resilience and ensure efficient, reliable services.
- Support local jobs and businesses and promote Whanganui's unique culture for economic prosperity.
- Keep rates fair by cutting financial and environmental waste and ensuring accountability to residents.
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