NZ Local Elections 2025

Western Bay of Plenty District Council

Katikati-Waihī Beach General Ward
The Western Bay of Plenty 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 nine councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). three councillors will be elected from the Katikati-Waihī Beach 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 Western Bay of Plenty District Council election.

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Rodney Joyce

Rodney Joyce

Independent

Andy Earl

Andy Earl

John Clements

John Clements

Allan Sole

Allan Sole

Wayne Stevenson

Wayne Stevenson

Bringing our communities together

Candice Thomas

Candice Thomas

Candice Thomas

Candice Thomas

Why I'm standing

I have a heart for people and care for communities to ensure that life is enjoyed by families, retirees and cultures. I know a change is needed to bring a new different type of leadership who is aware and compassionate to what is needed in our amazing Bay of Plenty area.

About me

I am a 42 yr old mother of 3. I always see the good in people. Understand that decisions are very important and must be looked at through a view of sustainable and young eyes and not to benefit just a small section of the population only.

My priorities
  1. Work on Wright Road access, talking with NZTA to find a solution to the problem together.
  2. Lower cost of living by cancelling the kai supplier monopoly and enabling more market chains.
  3. Prioritise health care needs and find ways to enable better services and systems in place.
Residence

katikati

Age

42

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Why I'm standing

I have a heart for people and care for communities to ensure that life is enjoyed by families, retirees and cultures. I know a change is needed to bring a new different type of leadership who is aware and compassionate to what is needed in our amazing Bay of Plenty area.

About me

I am a 42 yr old mother of 3. I always see the good in people. Understand that decisions are very important and must be looked at through a view of sustainable and young eyes and not to benefit just a small section of the population only.

My priorities
  1. Work on Wright Road access, talking with NZTA to find a solution to the problem together.
  2. Lower cost of living by cancelling the kai supplier monopoly and enabling more market chains.
  3. Prioritise health care needs and find ways to enable better services and systems in place.
Residence

katikati

Age

42

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