NZ Local Elections 2025

Carterton District Council

The Carterton 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 eight councillors and the mayor. 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 Carterton District Council election.

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Simon Casey

Independent

Simon Peacock

Peter Veltkamp

Rachel Round

Steve Cretney

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Grace Ayling

Philip Holland

Dale Scott

Independent

Lou Newman

Independent

Jane Burns

Independent

John Futter

Independent

Ben Laybourn

Independent

Stephen Foothead

Steve Laurence

Joshua Groot

Steven Gallon

Brian Deller

Independent

Haley Malcolm

Carterton Born and Raised

Simon Peacock

Why I'm standing

I love our little town, but I see a need to keep it active. We need to support our kids and keep them local. We need a vibrant CBD and access to our mountains.

About me

I am an engineer with an ability to see the big picture and to look and ask "what if we tried something else". But also accept a different opinion. I also understand the status quo isn't always the most cost effective way.

My priorities

Keep rates increases under control and avoid pricing people out of the town.
Get the bridge maintenance program running. Of the bridges, most need maintenance and some are critical.

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Why I'm standing

I love our little town, but I see a need to keep it active. We need to support our kids and keep them local. We need a vibrant CBD and access to our mountains.

About me

My priorities

Keep rates increases under control and avoid pricing people out of the town.
Get the bridge maintenance program running. Of the bridges, most need maintenance and some are critical.

Residence

Rural

Age

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