Whau Local Board
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Rebecca Thomson
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Why I'm standing
I'm standing for the Whau Local Board as a mother, grandmother, and lifelong advocate who leads with aroha, integrity, and deep community roots. Guided by kaupapa Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, I bring lived experience and a steady commitment to equity and belonging. I've walked alongside whānau through challenge and change, and I'm ready to keep serving—ensuring every decision reflects care, courage, and the voices of our people.
About me
I lead the Whau Homeless Network, advocating for our most vulnerable with compassion and resolve. As Māori Chair Representative for the Kai West Collective, I drive systems change and champion kai sovereignty. I'm Co-Creator of Kai Aroha in Glenavon, where we nourish whānau with dignity. I serve on the governance board of New Windsor Community Hub and bring years of experience as a grassroots coordinator—grounded in kaupapa Māori and committed to uplifting our Whau community.
My priorities
- Ensure homeless whānau have access to safe shelter, support and pathways to long-term stability.
- Create affordable, secure homes reflecting lived realities and restore dignity across the community.
- Uplift Māori voices and honour Te Tiriti as a living covenant in every decision and local strategy.
Residence
Kelston
Age
52
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Why I'm standing
I'm standing for the Whau Local Board as a mother, grandmother, and lifelong advocate who leads with aroha, integrity, and deep community roots. Guided by kaupapa Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, I bring lived experience and a steady commitment to equity and belonging. I've walked alongside whānau through challenge and change, and I'm ready to keep serving—ensuring every decision reflects care, courage, and the voices of our people.
About me
I lead the Whau Homeless Network, advocating for our most vulnerable with compassion and resolve. As Māori Chair Representative for the Kai West Collective, I drive systems change and champion kai sovereignty. I'm Co-Creator of Kai Aroha in Glenavon, where we nourish whānau with dignity. I serve on the governance board of New Windsor Community Hub and bring years of experience as a grassroots coordinator—grounded in kaupapa Māori and committed to uplifting our Whau community.
My priorities
- Ensure homeless whānau have access to safe shelter, support and pathways to long-term stability.
- Create affordable, secure homes reflecting lived realities and restore dignity across the community.
- Uplift Māori voices and honour Te Tiriti as a living covenant in every decision and local strategy.
Residence
Kelston
Age
52
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