Author Archives: belinda

Kia ora koutou, I am seeking election to Environment Canterbury to make a positive contribution to our region, and in particular to support further work on protecting and enhancing our unique heritage, waterways and biodiversity. I am born, bred and … Continue reading →

I’m a freshwater ecologist who believes putting the health of our people and planet above corporate greed will enable our society and economy to thrive. I direct a charitable organisation called Working Waters Trust. We work alongside communities across Canterbury, … Continue reading →

I’m standing for the Regional Council because I have been closely involved with the Canterbury Water Management Strategy for the last five years at a local and regional level and because of the return to partial democracy. I undertake to … Continue reading →

Terry Huggins My profile on the voting papers will tell you that I am an older candidate. In the sixties I worked with a progressive farmer on a mixed sheep and cropping farm near Pleasant Point. It was intensive farming … Continue reading →

Rod is concerned about the significant and ongoing degradation of Canterbury’s waterways and is well qualified for that – possessing a unique set of business and environmental skills. He is a qualified Lawyer and Accountant, with wide experience as a … Continue reading →

Twenty two candidates have put their hands up for the Canterbury District Health Board election but only eight are required. Voting takes place shortly by post and closes on October 8. Please check out their statements (along with photographs) on … Continue reading →

Here are profiles of the candidates for the regional council for the Christchurch constituency so far. Rod Cullinane Terry Huggins Drucilla Kingi-Patterson Steve Lowndes Craig Pauling Lan Pham Cynthia Roberts Rik Tindall You can also view profiles and photos of … Continue reading →

Lindon Boyce is a candidate for the Central Ward who grew up in St Albans. He wrote a long piece for inclusion in St Albans News, too long, so it had to be severely trimmed. Here is the full version … Continue reading →

Location: Bailies, Edgeware Village Time: September 12, from 7pm Description: Meet the candidates for Christchurch City Council and ask them questions in this meeting hosted by the St Albans Residents Association.