2025 Local Elections

Whanganui District Council

Whanganui General Ward
The Whanganui 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 12 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). ten councillors will be elected from the Whanganui 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 Whanganui District Council election.

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Mike Hos

Mike Hos

Michael Organ

Michael Organ

Rob Oscroft

Rob Oscroft

Julian Emmett

Julian Emmett

Peter Oskam

Peter Oskam

Jay Rerekura

Jay Rerekura

Philippa Baker-Hogan

Philippa Baker-Hogan

Tony Sundman

Tony Sundman

Azian Z.

Azian Z.

Glenda Brown

Glenda Brown

Charlotte Melser

Charlotte Melser

Josh Chandulal-Mackay

Josh Chandulal-Mackay

Robin Westley

Robin Westley

Jason Bardell

Jason Bardell

Tracey Jarman

Tracey Jarman

Sandra Isobel Kyle

Sandra Isobel Kyle

Scott Phillips

Scott Phillips

Gregory McPhee

Gregory McPhee

Rob Vinsen

Rob Vinsen

Michael Law

Michael Law

Ross Fallen

Ross Fallen

Awhi Haenga

Awhi Haenga

Kate Joblin

Kate Joblin

Glenda Brown

Elected member of council

Glenda Brown

Elected member of council

Why I'm standing

I have just completed my first term. I believe it would be a disservice to the ratepayer if I did not stand again, given I now have a pretty good understanding of local government.

About me

I have local business experience as well as community involvement over the years. My values and focus areas are on my website. I believe as a community we can join together to make this an even better region that thrives in the future.

My priorities
  1. Support business to create flourishing successful businesses that provide jobs and services.
  2. Champion community as it is at the heart of any successful region.
  3. Retain a regional voice that is important for the viability of the region.
Current role

Elected member of council

Residence

Whanganui

Age

60

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Why I'm standing

I have just completed my first term. I believe it would be a disservice to the ratepayer if I did not stand again, given I now have a pretty good understanding of local government.

About me

I have local business experience as well as community involvement over the years. My values and focus areas are on my website. I believe as a community we can join together to make this an even better region that thrives in the future.

My priorities
  1. Support business to create flourishing successful businesses that provide jobs and services.
  2. Champion community as it is at the heart of any successful region.
  3. Retain a regional voice that is important for the viability of the region.
Current role

Elected member of council

Residence

Whanganui

Age

60

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