By-election Te Awanui Ward candidates

Borell, Suaree

Candidate profile

Me aro koe ki te hā o Hine-ahu-one

My principal residence is NOT within the Te Awanui Māori Ward area.

But my whakapapa is. Ngāti Ranginui, Paparoa te Marae, Pirirakau te hapū.
What you don’t change you accept. Wāhine voices are essential to Māori futures and currently absent from this elected council.

Waiariki voters need a Tāne and a Wāhine voice in the Tauranga City Council table. We are interdependent in our endeavours and together we anchor the collective success of future generations.

I dedicate this stand for the Te Awanui Ward to all wāhine before me, beside me and those yet to be born, who seek fair and effective representation in all areas of life.

Wāhine Māori have been the drivers of numerous successful kaupapa within Te Ao Māori. I am committed to continuing that legacy. I am assertive and honest, and believe in the power of collaboration and co-operation. Māori Business owner, Nan helping raise mokos, Whenua protector and ardent supporter of all things Whānau.

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Ngatai, George

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My principal residence is NOT within the Te Awanui Māori Ward area.

Kia Ora, I’m George, your candidate for Tauranga City Council.

I have a governance and public service background and have worked for Iwi and Māori organisations across the Bay of Plenty for 29 years in health, education, social services and broadcasting.

I am currently a morning breakfast show host on Radio Tauranga, which is part of the Aotearoa Radio Network.

As your candidate, I will deliver inclusive, community-driven leadership. Building upon years of advocacy and governance experience, and seek to create stronger partnerships, empower voices, and foster improved services that reflect the needs and aspirations of our whanau in our City.

I whakapapa to Ngati Whakahemo having strong links to Motiti Island, Te Patuwai, Ngati Awa and Ngati Maniapoto.
You can contact me on 0274 371419.

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Ratima Trust, David

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My principal residence is within the Te Awanui Māori Ward area.

I am ready to commit full time to contribute whakawhanaugatanga, I am most interested in the system of Council and Boards known as Local Authorities, that make decisions about our communities and delivery of services within our communities, which are attached to lands belonging to local uri in participation and partnership with Council.

Under the Local Government Act 2022 Councils must take appropriate account of the principals of te tiriti a Waitangi to facilitate participation, ie unitary authorities, Tauranga City, Western Bay of Plenty District, regards to schedule 3 Clause 17 of the Local Government Act 2002.

I believe we have a responsibility to represent all communities within our rohe that encompasses Te Awanui Māori Ward.

I am of Ngati Ranginui, Ngai te Rangi, Ngati Pukenga, Ngati Whakaue, Raukawa, Tainui, Ngati Kahungunu, to which my lands are in trust, c/- Nga Uri Whakatipuranga O Ngarae (Inc) Queen Crown Trust ceo-Agent.

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 Rolleston, Hēmi 

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My principal residence is within the Te Awanui Māori Ward area.

He uri ahau nō Tauranga Moana.
I am standing on 4 C’s.

Community - My whakapapa, community connections and people skills will play a crucial role in strengthening relationships, engaging with whānau, and striving for positive outcomes for everyone.

Committed - I am committed to working hard to make a positive impact for Tauranga Moana. I will endeavour to make impactful decisions for us both today and for the future of our mokopuna.

Capability - I have a successful record as an executive leader and governor and can hit the ground running, having honed my skills as a chief executive, director and chairperson in iwi, public and private entities. I also offer significant local government experience and understanding, having held several senior roles at Tauranga City Council.

Capacity - I have the time, energy, and passion to bring a strong and influential Māori voice to the council table.

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Webster, Ange

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My principal residence is within the Te Awanui Māori Ward area.

Tēnā tatou katoa,
I am standing to ensure you have a strong voice on the Tauranga City Council. My guiding principles are:

Partnership – Respect for the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Participation – Māori must be fully represented in all aspects of council, from decision-making to the equitable delivery of services and outcomes.

Protection – Ensuring the protection of the taiao and our cultural landscapes and seacsapes.

As your Te Awanui Māori Ward representative, I will ensure that our collective Māori voice is clear in every council decision. I understand the issues confronting tangata whenua in Tauranga and I have a deep appreciation of the impact on our people and te taiao.

I strive to enable mana motuhake, through my actions and intent.

I am experienced and effective in governance.

I value integrity and accountability and I would be honoured to receive your vote.

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