Waiopehu General Ward contenders
Barry AYLWARD
My principal place of residence is in the Waiopehu General Ward area.
As I am standing for a duly elected position, I have not lost touch that I will be doing my best for ratepayers. Both to ensure the ratepayer gets best value for their contributions and to give the utmost in communication. I do wish your support and will always be available. Regards, Barry Aylward.
Rogan BOYLE
My principal place of residence is in the Waiopehu General Ward area. Kia ora!
I’m stoked to be running to be one of your councillors for the Waiopehu Ward here in Taitoko.
I value transparency, integrity, honesty and communication — Almost to a fault with how blunt I am.
Our district faces serious challenges and I hope to bring fresh perspectives on how to tackle these in an efficient, pragmatic and modern way while ensuring our community is heard and the whenua we live upon is respected.
Having worked at Horowhenua District Council, I understand the organisation, its strengths and where they need to focus to improve.
Professionally — I’m an IT engineer, clearly embracing technological change must be prioritised to save us all time and money. Personally — I’ve lived in Koputaroa for seven years, and spend most of my spare time (struggling to) run an organic orchard.
While I’m realistic about what council can achieve, I’m optimistic and want us to aim higher.
Jonathan PROCTER
My principal place of residence is in the Waiopehu General Ward area.
I’m a Professor in Natural Hazards who has taught and actively researches natural hazard science and emergency management at Massey University.
I’m born and breed from Levin. I’m passionate about making sure our town continues to develop and grow recognising our history and culture.
As a Ma¯ ori academic it’s also important to contribute to iwi and ensure rangatiratanga is recognised. I have done this through Treaty of Waitangi hearings, governance boards, and environmental restoration projects, including gaining funding for Ma¯ ori initiatives. Professor Procter represents his hapu¯ Ngati Pariri in a range of matters, and regularly supports a number of iwi to find solutions to issues facing them from environmental management through to emergency management as well as providing GIS and planning initiatives. It’s important that we all have a voice in shaping the future of our district making sure everyone’s history helps guide us towards a stronger future.