As an uri of Taranaki Maunga, a māmā, and a staunch advocate of kaupapa Māori I am standing again to represent us. I believe as a people we have much to contribute, and I celebrate the ongoing resurgence of our presence in our rohe.
I’m approachable, I’m community driven and you’ll see me in many different roles whether it be leading in the front or serving in the background. Land back, Te Tiriti representation and affordable housing are my core aspirations for our people. I look to our ancestors for guidance in decisions that will impact our tamariki and mokopuna who will be the leaders of tomorrow.
As your first wahine Māori councillor I will continue to be a strong advocate for whānau, hapū and iwi.
He puawai au nō runga i te tikanga, he raurengarenga nō roto i te raukura, ko taku raukura rā he manawanui ki te ao.
Yes
What?
I always know there is room to improve spending on services and infrastructure costs. Little, managed changes can make a big impact in the long run. We must have a longterm view when spending ratepayers money.
Yes
What?
We should contiue to push forward with renewable energy options and diversify our local economy to make it more resilient to meet the changing climate crisis and economic environment.
No
Why?
We live in the best region in Aotearoa and we have the ablitiy to address rough-sleeping at this local level because we can provide greater wrap around sevices taylored to the specific needs of our most vulnerable citizens.
Yes
Why?
A collective system for these services is the best way for this to be managed. Water is a taonga and should be treated as precious resource. This also means effective management of wastewater to protect our waterways and people from harm.
Yes
Why?
We are already on board with impactful climate change decisions here in NPDC for example spatial planning and housing as well as management of our natural world. Blending mātauranga Māori and contemporary innovation we can make a difference.
Decline to answer
Yes
Why?
Slowly, slowly. We need to get used to different ways to travel safely across our great region. But this needs to be in close consultation with locals so they can see the benefits of multimodal transport.
Keep
Why?
This goes without saying that I will vote to keep my voice and the voice of mana whenua at the table. Being together is better for everyone, not just Māori. Let's expand our worlds and meet each other where we're at.
Not answered
Maintaining Mana Motuhake within council and being a dedicated voice for iwi, hapū, and whānau.
