NZ Local Elections 2025

Lower Hutt City Council

Central General Ward
The Lower Hutt City 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. two councillors will be elected from the Central ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the city. 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 Lower Hutt City Council election.

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Paki Maaka

Paki Maaka

Independent

Simon Edwards

Simon Edwards

Independent

Glenda Barratt

Glenda Barratt

Independent

Rodney Cook

Rodney Cook

George Mackay

George Mackay

Independent

Tim McNamara

Tim McNamara

Neelu Jennings

Neelu Jennings

Green Party

Glenda Barratt

Independent

| Councillor for the Central Ward

Glenda Barratt

Independent

| Councillor for the Central Ward

Why I'm standing

I have lived in the Hutt City all my life and believe it to be one of the best in the world. I want to see our city thrive again with profitable businesses, clean streets and opportunities for our young to gain employment and raise families. I am a back to basics person with years of experience in the community sector and more than proven experience in listening to the residents in often trying times.

About me

My many years as a manager of an international company, a celebrant, JP and Rotarian have brought me into the homes of many thousands of people listening to all points of view on many ideas. My decision making is based on sound judgement and good leadership. I believe in working collaboratively to achieve the results that are in the best interests of all. I am approachable and committed to working and connecting our community.

My priorities
  1. Reduce the huge rates rises impacting the livelihoods of many residents of the Hutt City.
  2. Maximise the benefits of Riverlink to create job opportunities and new CBD vitality.
  3. Fix the basics in roading and footpaths to ensure the Hutt City is accessible to all.
Current role

Councillor for the Central Ward

Residence

Lower Hutt

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Why I'm standing

I have lived in the Hutt City all my life and believe it to be one of the best in the world. I want to see our city thrive again with profitable businesses, clean streets and opportunities for our young to gain employment and raise families. I am a back to basics person with years of experience in the community sector and more than proven experience in listening to the residents in often trying times.

About me

My many years as a manager of an international company, a celebrant, JP and Rotarian have brought me into the homes of many thousands of people listening to all points of view on many ideas. My decision making is based on sound judgement and good leadership. I believe in working collaboratively to achieve the results that are in the best interests of all. I am approachable and committed to working and connecting our community.

My priorities
  1. Reduce the huge rates rises impacting the livelihoods of many residents of the Hutt City.
  2. Maximise the benefits of Riverlink to create job opportunities and new CBD vitality.
  3. Fix the basics in roading and footpaths to ensure the Hutt City is accessible to all.
Current role

Councillor for the Central Ward

Residence

Lower Hutt

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