Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Stuart Crosby

In this time of significant disruption and uncertainty, as well as major reforms by the government, there is no substitute for knowledge, experience and communication skills as we journey together into the future.

 I am an experienced local government practitioner with a reputation as a safe pair of hands, staying calm under pressure and prepared to make the hard, but right decisions.

 I operate by listening, thinking then acting. I stand for providing for today and planning for the future through community partnerships in cohesion with the council.

For Tauranga, I will focus on addressing the failing transport system, which includes the bus network and enhanced environmental outcomes.

 By using my extensive public sector and business background, I will only support effective investment that delivers positive outcomes for people and the environment.

Your vote matters, vote now for Stuart Crosby. Visit my Facebook Page @ReelectStuartCrosby for more information.

Larry Baldock

Big changes are ahead with Central Government's proposed reforms in 3waters, Resource Management and Local Government. I believe my 20 year experience in Central Government and the City Council equips me to serve our city on the Regional Council.

I will support,

· Making the bus service more adaptable, ‘not a one size fits all'.

· Trialling ‘on demand' bus services.

· More monitoring and enforcement of air-quality consent-breaches.

· Continuing the cleanup of our rivers and Te Awanui Harbour.

· A Regional Land Transport Plan that addresses congestion to and from the port.

· Reducing CO2 but also the real pollution of Nitrogen Dioxide emissions from vehicles.

· Reviewing current arrangements for utilising the communities $2.6b Port Shares.

· Investigating an incentive loan scheme for increasing residential solar power use.

· Examining a proposal to form one Unitary Council for the Western Bay as part of Local Government reforms.

Vote.baldock.nz

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Matt Cooney

I'm Matt Cooney and respectfully submit myself as your representative for Tauranga.

I have real-world skills to contribute to our region's success. I find ways to get things done, but don't believe in progress at any cost, and don't want divisive or negative politics preventing a better life for our families.

I'm CTO at software company SwipedOn which I've helped grow in the last five years from a team of four to over 40, with HQ in downtown Tauranga and offices in the UK and US. My family is well-established here: my wife works with Civil Defence and our daughters attend local schools.

My background in technology and management will help Council get value from every dollar.

We're blessed in Tauranga and the Bay with a wonderful environment and natural resources. It's possible to have growth and investment alongside a beautiful and healthy place to live.

Bryan Deuchar

It is very important to the people of the Bay of Plenty that they have good people in Local Government.
Pushed by the farce known as the BOPRC transport system, (Bay Hopper) local identity Bryan Deuchar has decided to bring his experience in management and the bus industry to the Council table.
Married to Rhondda for 45 years, Bryan has been heavily involved in the Tauranga community, from presiding over numerous sports clubs to running his own business for 30 years, timberfloors.co.nz.
Bryan says; “I am born in New Zealand with Maori and Scottish heritage, and wish my community to prosper and be a place of wellbeing.”
His goal would be to ensure better efficiency and relevance of the Council supported local bus service which should acknowledge the needs both of passengers and the safety of drivers.
He sees his role as your Public Transport champion at the BOPRC.

Mark Fogerty

X-pat Kiwi returned from Australia during Covid disruptions to give back to my many mentors now I am the older, wiser one! I am self-sufficient, trained plus self-funded! Practical Experience: critical infrastructure gave me my purpose.

Civil construction, wharfs, roading, bike lanes, traffic control, compliance management, front facing negotiation, general communications, first aid.

Australian BDM, professional service, building, sewage infrastructure, contract security services communications specialist for QLD rail, major facilities, event security where communication in a high pressure environment required a cool head.

These included River-fire. The Big Pineapple Festival, BNE Central Station during the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games assuring tourists, locals and guests found their way home safely as examples. Striving for an environment disenfranchised communities feel valued. Vote, Volunteer or Add Value!

David Love

The electorate deserves better and more information about their candidates for the Local Government elections. In addition to below, please do read both the election booklet and far more detail at www.davidlove.co.nz. Coming home to New Zealand nearly 20 years ago we settled in Tauranga. I am one of the founders of Classic Flyers and have chaired the Board since before we opened the doors some 19 years ago. See the website for my other activities.

Now standing for my fourth term on the Regional Council, I have fought hard to reduce the financial burden on ratepayers. As chair of the Risk and Assurance Committee, I have endeavoured to control and protect our assets of some $3Billion. I have also chaired the Civil Defence Emergency Group comprising the six mayors of the Bay of Plenty.

I view my service as payback time at the end of my successful high-level career.

Ron Scott

CMInstD, MNZATD

I stand for protecting our harbour and rivers, better roads and transport, and a positive economic environment. We need to cut pollution while ensuring that we can afford our wonderful lifestyle by supporting sustainable economic growth in the region.

I'm a director of the Royal Foundation of the Blind, and Chair of SILC, a disability service provider, so I advocate for improved and safer access to our beaches, parks and streets for those with limited mobility because of age or disability.

As a past DHB Deputy Chair I stand for a healthy environment - clean air and unpolluted water. We must have local control over local assets: The 3 Waters law is wrong.

As an economist I also understand the need to treat your financial resources as carefully as the natural resources.

Above all I stand for common sense and teamwork. Please vote: Ron Scott.

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Paula Thompson

BA LLB, DIP BUS ADMIN (MGT), RMA COMMISSIONER.

Current Councillor, Chair Strategy and Policy Committee, Director Quayside 8 years. CEO Tauranga Council (95-2002). Nearly 30 years' experience in Local Government.

Council's primary responsibility is to ensure the sustainable management of the Region's natural and physical resources; its air, freshwater, soil, geothermal and coastal marine areas. The Council has to develop new regulation to provide for the improvement in quality and allocation of freshwater by mid-2024.

Local Government is facing unprecedented reform including 3 WATERS, RMA, Climate Change and Future for Local Government. Next term will be disruptive and challenging. Amongst the challenges for Tauranga will be developing new freshwater regulation, improving Mount Air Quality, reducing CO2 emissions, providing better transport choices and ensuring Tauranga's growth is sustainable. Communities need to be enabled to engage and participate in their place and volunteers and community initiatives must be supported.

Experience matters.

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Andrew von Dadelszen

A Tauranga resident for 34 years, Justice of the Peace, and 4th term Regional Councillor, I need your vote. My hard-work makes a real difference on behalf of ratepayers.

Please vote for sensible Councillors, who believe in SCIENCE-BASED decision making - not fluffy rhetoric. The Regional Council needs councillors who understand what efficiency and effectiveness really means. With our strong balance sheet, our Regional Council has the opportunity to make a real difference for our communities.

Stop the PC nonsense, and get on with environmental sustainability. We need Councillors that believe in ACTION not WORDS.

I bring my passion for science-based decision making to my role as Chair of the Tauranga Rotary Centennial Trust for the Kopurererua Valley Restoration. I am also a Chair certified Resource Hearings Commissioner, and a past Director of Crown Research Institute, Plant & Food.

Qualified with an MBA, my strengths include strong governance. VOTE VOND

Mark Wassung

Bay of Plenty is going through unprecedented growth. We are all feeling frustrated by the lack of transport options and communication. We are strangled by traffic jams and roadworks. It’s time for CHANGE and progressive FORWARD PLANNING. We cannot stay stuck in the past any longer. As an Architect, I have a good understanding of what you and our beautiful region needs, I support a SAFE MULTI-MODAL transport network for the people that benefits local business, the environment and confronts congestion. A previous board member of Tauranga Art Gallery and Hamilton City Council Urban Design Panel, I have knowledge of innovative developments, managing budgets, decision making and clear communication. My family integrates SUSTAINABILITY into our daily lives. I believe that with my experience, creativity and passion we can make our region GREAT for businesses, our everyday lives and future generations.

TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE CHANGE. It’s time.

mark-wassung.com

Murray White

As someone with a keen eye on the ground, meeting the needs of our most vulnerable is something that has become increasingly vital to me, as the situation in our city deteriorates.

The focus I would put on achieving equitable outcomes goes beyond my personal views on morality. We must be able to promote Tauranga as an enjoyable, accessible and safe place to both raise a family and to holiday. To achieve this, we must be adequately resourced.

I would like to see our unique amenities available for all to enjoy and for people to be treated as equals. For this reason, I would strongly campaign against the adoption of Three Waters or any policy that undermines basic democratic principles.

We need a common sense, no-nonsense approach to local governance in order to progress. If elected, this is something I will certainly bring.

WBOP General Constituency (2 Vacancies)

Jane Nees

BSc, DipLibr, DipIS, CMInstD

I am a family-oriented local businesswoman with a proven track record in management and governance and a passion to make a difference.

I am Deputy Chair of the Regional Council and have been an effective, hard-working Councillor for five terms. I have governance experience on crown, publicly listed, local government and charitable boards. I've worked as CEO of the Tauranga Chamber of Commerce and in senior management in Tauranga City Council. I'm a Rotarian, past Rotary President, a Paul Harris Fellow, a chartered member of the Institute of Directors, and a qualified hearings commissioner.

I offer excellent knowledge of environmental issues facing the Bay, vision and strategic thinking, common-sense, a great work ethic and a solution-focused approach.

I support climate change action, environmental and economic sustainability, managed growth, and working in partnership with our community.

Vote for me for responsive, efficient and effective local government.

www.janenees.co.nz