Hauraki District candidates 2019

Four councillors to be elected in the Paeroa Ward

JOSIE ANDERSON

My principal place of residence is in the Paeroa Ward area. I am also standing for Mayor. I have lived and worked all my life in Hauraki. Transforming communities is my motivation. With major iwi settlements imminent, Maori representation at council's governance table is crucial, building new relationships and alliances that will positively impact the district and lives of every constituent, an obligation. This is the catalyst for my candidacy. I have led the formation of several influential Maori organisations in this district and held governance, management and directorship roles, notably as a member of the Waitangi Tribunal, Waikato Conservation Board and Trust Waikato, Hauraki Maori Trust Board chief executive and Te Korowai Hauora trustee. Currently I am chairperson of the Hauraki Women's Refuge, and Tirohia Marae, a Tikapa Moana Enterprises director, Treaty Settlement Negotiator for Ngati Hako and Justice of the Peace. If elected, the responsible stewardship of our district's people, land, water and climate would remain my primary focus. It's time Maori leadership stepped forward.

CAROLE ANNE DALEY

My principal place of residence is in the Paeroa Ward area. Standing as a second term councillor for the Paeroa Ward. Currently hold the property portfolio for Hauraki covering Kaiaua to Whiritoa. Balancing budgeted monies, while complying with regulations and expectation, is challenging. Presently a committee member setting social strategy for Hauraki, acknowledging social responsibilities and general wellbeing for residents and visitors to the district. I believe it will be crucial for the future to continue the upgrade of ageing infrastructure, while monitoring costs of new developments. Roading, water, waste water and refuse will continue to challenge budgets. Attributes of local knowledge and experience, incorporating three years' service, gives me confidence to consider returning as a second term councillor. Relevant qualifications, include managing two exporting companies. Private secretary to chairman of a New Zealand dairy company. Supervisor building two thirds of Hauraki Rail Trail around Paeroa and financial administrator for our family business of 30 years based in Paeroa.

JOSEY McKAIN

My principal place of residence is in the Paeroa Ward area. My name is Josey McKain, I have lived in Paeroa all my life, I have been employed in various jobs over the years but have realised that my passion is in helping people.

I have been involved with the Paeroa Netball Centre/Thames Valley Netball for over 20 years, the Paeroa Basketball Association for at least 25 years and Thames Valley touch for 10 years. I have a strong sense of social justice and I am not afraid to speak in defence of those people who may have been disadvantaged as a result of an experienced injustice. With a passion for helping rangatahi who are unable to realise their aspirations, mostly because of financial difficulty, I have done a lot of fundraising ventures to assist them. My intentions if elected is to work with the sporting community and youth.

PAUL ARMSTRONG MILNER My principal place of residence is in the Paeroa Ward area. I have been a Paeroa Ward councillor for the past 15 years. At 37 years old I am one of the younger current councillors. I believe I have made a valuable contribution to council through various committees. This includes being the chair of Paeroa Ward working party, chair of hearings and judicial committee, chair of the district licensing committee, deputy chair of community services and development committee, member of the economic development committee and council appointee to Positive Paeroa. I have a keen interest in policy development. I am married to Hannah and together we have one daughter, Amelia. We work in our family business, Caltex Paeroa, which allows me time away to attend to the busy council meeting schedule. In my free time I enjoy playing golf as well as running to keep fit. I look forward to working hard for the district if re-elected to a sixth term. ELAINE MARIE RATTIGAN My principal place of residence is in the Paeroa Ward area. This community is my whanau. Our little family moved to Paeroa in 2012 and we have been fortunate to participate in this amazing community. I worked for council from 2012 to 2016 in finance and caught the bug for community service. Having worked for myself since then, I feel I have the skills and life balance to serve you on council. I believe in open communication, financial prudence and affordability, and future-proofing our district. I will make myself available to the public, work hard for social equality and continue council's goal of enhancing the mana of our tamariki and te whenua. I understand local government process and procedure. I want to involve you and your needs in our decision-making. Tena koutou katoa. Ko Elaine taku ingoa. Ko Sugarloaf te Maunga. Ko Liffey te awa. Ko Jean toku mama. Ko Tony toku papa. Wa kainga Paeroa. Nga manaakitanga.

JO TILSLEY

My principal place of residence is in the Paeroa Ward area. Paeroa is home. I've raised my family here — I've been supported, encouraged and showed kindness in ways I could never have imagined and now it's time for me to give back to my community. I believe in servant leadership, equity and equality. Everyone's voice and opinions deserve to be heard and represented. We need to ensure that all decision making is approached with an open mind, accountability and common sense. The well-being and future of our community and district needs to be at the forefront of all planning and decision making. Making astute financial decisions with community funds is essential. I promise to be your local voice. I will always be open, honest, transparent and available. I'm excited about the prospect of representing you as Paeroa Ward councillor.

RINO WILKINSON

My principal place of residence is in the Paeroa Ward area. Kia ora, my name is Rino Wilkinson, born, bred, educated in Paeroa. My wife, two daughters, grandson also call Paeroa home with my grandson attending Netherton Primary School.

Our local radio station Nga Iwi FM is where you'll find me and as the breakfast show host for the past 30 years I have developed and nurtured many key relationships focussing on all the positive things our community and wider Hauraki.

I'm passionate about Paeroa, a recent recipient of the HDC citizens medal, I've volunteered and dedicated many hours to our community in support for individuals, teams and events. As a first time candidate, I see this as a real opportunity to engage with more people who really make our community a wonderful place to live in.

Engaging with voters of all ages to create solutions that benefit the wider community is a key strategy, strengthening an inclusive Paeroa Ward.