2025 Local Elections

Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Tauranga General Constituency
The Bay of Plenty Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). five councillors will be elected from the Tauranga constituency. 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 Bay of Plenty Regional Council election.

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Derek Stembridge

Derek Stembridge

Ron Scott

Ron Scott

Mark Wassung

Mark Wassung

Caitlin Grattan

Caitlin Grattan

Vanessa Charman-Moore

Vanessa Charman-Moore

Annika Lane

Annika Lane

Andrew Von Dadelszen

Andrew Von Dadelszen

Shelley Archibald

Shelley Archibald

Stuart Crosby

Stuart Crosby

Clinton Naude

Clinton Naude

Glenn Dougal

Glenn Dougal

Tim Maltby

Tim Maltby

Ash Hillis

Ash Hillis

Murray Guy

Murray Guy

Daniel Harvey

Daniel Harvey

Douglas Owens

Douglas Owens

Kat Macmillan

Kat Macmillan

Kate Graeme

Kate Graeme

Vanessa Charman-Moore

Vanessa Charman-Moore

Why I'm standing

As a long-time Tauranga resident, I have a strong desire to protect the beauty of our city and its natural resources while Tauranga continues to develop and grow.

About me

I have shown a willingness to stand up for local issues. This has included advocating for the Wairoa River, for elder housing, for school bus services and keeping the Racecourse Reserve a green space. I have experience in corporates with large budgets, in small business, on project teams, committees and in governance. All this will help me to navigate the complexities of regional government.

My priorities
  1. Plan for sustainable growth by preparing for future development while protecting our environment.
  2. Prepare for climate change floods and for our ageing population to be future ready.
  3. Keep a healthy environment by maintaining a focus on fresh water purity and biosecurity.
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Why I'm standing

As a long-time Tauranga resident, I have a strong desire to protect the beauty of our city and its natural resources while Tauranga continues to develop and grow.

About me

I have shown a willingness to stand up for local issues. This has included advocating for the Wairoa River, for elder housing, for school bus services and keeping the Racecourse Reserve a green space. I have experience in corporates with large budgets, in small business, on project teams, committees and in governance. All this will help me to navigate the complexities of regional government.

My priorities
  1. Plan for sustainable growth by preparing for future development while protecting our environment.
  2. Prepare for climate change floods and for our ageing population to be future ready.
  3. Keep a healthy environment by maintaining a focus on fresh water purity and biosecurity.
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