NZ Local Elections 2025

Whangārei District Council

Whangārei Urban General Ward

The Whangārei 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 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). five councillors will be elected from the Whangārei Urban 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 Whangārei District Council election.

Candidates

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Jayne Golightly

Independent

Heath Kewene

Adam Young

Independent

Paul Yovich

Independent

Philip George Cullen

Tony Dingle

Independent

Crichton Christie

Marie Olsen

Independent

Jesse Card

Independent

Tiana Epati

Paul Gosling-Paora

Independent

Brad Flower

Independent

Julie Pepper

Gabriel Anthony Wilhelm Henry

Carol Peters

Nicholas Hunter Connop

Jodie Rameka

Brad Flower

Independent

Brad Flower

Independent

Why I'm standing

I'm running for Mayor to bring inclusive, transparent leadership to Whangarei. Our district is growing and changing, and I want to ensure everyone has a voice in shaping its future, especially on issues like housing, transport, and the environment.

About me

I bring a deep commitment to Whangarei and a strong belief in inclusive, transparent leadership. My experience working with diverse communities (within infrastructure, schools, sporting organisations) has taught me the value of listening, collaboration, and action. I'm here to serve, not to be served.

My priorities

Inclusive, transparent leadership.
Reliable infrastructure and transport.
Affordable, climate-resilient housing.

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Why I'm standing

About me

My priorities

Inclusive, transparent leadership.
Reliable infrastructure and transport.
Affordable, climate-resilient housing.

Residence

Kamo

Age

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