2025 Local Elections

Papakura Local Board

The Papakura Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of six members. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Papakura Local Board election.

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Brent Catchpole

Brent Catchpole

Piritaka Manuel

Piritaka Manuel

Laura Fourie

Laura Fourie

Felicity Jane Auva'a

Felicity Jane Auva'a

Andrea May Beard

Andrea May Beard

Andrew Webster

Andrew Webster

Kim Squire

Kim Squire

Karin Kerr

Karin Kerr

Kelvin Hieatt

Kelvin Hieatt

Craig Hansen

Craig Hansen

Caitlyn Dulcie Smythe

Caitlyn Dulcie Smythe

Ranbir Pabla

Ranbir Pabla

Simon Singh Matta

Simon Singh Matta

Prasad Gawande

Prasad Gawande

George Hawkins

George Hawkins

Jan Robinson

Jan Robinson

Kim Squire

Kim Squire

Why I'm standing

It's time for change. I am passionate about standing up for the people of Papakura and committed to providing strong representation, and effective advocacy. This is my opportunity to give back, get involved, and help build a safe, vibrant, and supportive community with leadership that listens and acts.

About me

I have extensive governance experience in the sport and recreation sector, with a focus on building the capacity and capability of volunteer organisations. I have contributed to a range of community-driven CAPEX projects in Counties Manukau, am skilled in report writing to local boards, and I believe I am well-suited to making informed decisions having had work in council for 21 years in a variety of roles.

My priorities
  1. Secure local democracy by reading and fully understanding reports.
  2. Improve housing and planning which are not in good shape and address parking as a major issue.
  3. Maintain and improve recreation and culture by working to maintain and improve community assets.
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Why I'm standing

It's time for change. I am passionate about standing up for the people of Papakura and committed to providing strong representation, and effective advocacy. This is my opportunity to give back, get involved, and help build a safe, vibrant, and supportive community with leadership that listens and acts.

About me

I have extensive governance experience in the sport and recreation sector, with a focus on building the capacity and capability of volunteer organisations. I have contributed to a range of community-driven CAPEX projects in Counties Manukau, am skilled in report writing to local boards, and I believe I am well-suited to making informed decisions having had work in council for 21 years in a variety of roles.

My priorities
  1. Secure local democracy by reading and fully understanding reports.
  2. Improve housing and planning which are not in good shape and address parking as a major issue.
  3. Maintain and improve recreation and culture by working to maintain and improve community assets.
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Papakura

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