2022

Whangārei District Council

Hikurangi-Coastal 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). Two councillors will be elected from the Hikurangi-Coastal 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 Whangārei District Council election.

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Scott McKenzie

Scott McKenzie

Gavin Benney

Gavin Benney

Brad Flower

Brad Flower

Greg Martin

Greg Martin

Greg Jeeves

Greg Jeeves

Tracey Thomasson

Tracey Thomasson

Gavin Benney

Chair Community Development

Gavin Benney

Chair Community Development

Why I'm standing

I am passionate about our district and want to ensure that we have planned for future generations.

About me

I have a good understanding of local government and work well in a team. I have good knowledge of the district and the issues.

My priorities
  1. Making the city safer for our residents.
  2. Encouraging major projects like the development of Northport, dry dock, navy come to our district.
  3. Four lane highway to Auckland.
Current role

Chair Community Development

Before politics

Director

Residence

Kauri

Age

59

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Why I'm standing

I am passionate about our district and want to ensure that we have planned for future generations.

About me

I have a good understanding of local government and work well in a team. I have good knowledge of the district and the issues.

My priorities
  1. Making the city safer for our residents.
  2. Encouraging major projects like the development of Northport, dry dock, navy come to our district.
  3. Four lane highway to Auckland.
Current role

Chair Community Development

Before politics

Director

Residence

Kauri

Age

59

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