Candidates can’t cut councillors’ pay, and for good reason
By Gwynn Compton Controversial opinion: Local government politicians are generally underpaid for the role they perform. Every three years, our local government elections bring out […]
Election councillor district wide
Kapiti Business Chamber quiz the candidates
By KCNews reporters Mayoral, District-wide, and Ward election aspirants were well quizzed on economic issues at the Kāpiti Business Chamber candidates meeting at the Paraparaumu […]
Kapiti candidates on trial at Grey Power public meeting
By KCNews reporters (apologies in advance for the length of this article but there were 28 candidates on show). Nerves were clearly in evidence as […]
Kapiti Coast Grey Power Election Meetings
Free public meetings will be hosted by Kāpiti Coast Grey Power for a chance to meet the election candidates. Kāpiti Coast has provided an interesting […]
Candidate Statement – Marek Willis
Candidate – District-wide “With over 15 years of experience in law enforcement, regulatory compliance, professional conduct committees, and investigative leadership, I am committed to driving […]
Candidate Statement – Liz Koh
Candidate – District-wide “In my time as a Districtwide Councillor I have stopped the Te Uruhi (Kāpiti Gateway) project, initiated the development of Council’s Top […]
Candidate Statement – Rob McCann
Candidate – District-wide “Kāpiti needs fresh leadership. If we’re serious about controlling rates, we must lead by example – and not approve $50,000 pay rises […]
Candidate Statement – Gavin Welsh
Candidate – District-wide “We live in a beautiful place, which is family friendly and packed with potential. If elected, I will help build on that […]
Candidate Statement – Joanne Welch
Candidate – District-wide “I’m standing for Council with We Love Kāpiti, who prioritises capping average rate changes at no more than 3% p/a. Council overspending […]
Candidate Statement – Jo Turner
Candidate – District-wide “As a long-time Kāpiti resident and homeowner, I’m standing to bring transparency, fairness, and genuine community representation back to our Council. “If […]