South Hokianga subdivision
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Get to know the candidates standing for Kaikohe - Hokianga community board (South Hokianga subdivision) .
Each candidate is presented with their name, their affiliation, a personal profile statement, and a photo or introductory video (if supplied).
These are provided to help you better understand who is running and what they stand for.
The voting period is from 9 September to 11 October midday.
See the profiles of other candidates running for the 2025 local election
MCVEAGH, Jessie
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Candidate statement:
Ngā mihi nui, a huge thank you to everyone who supported me over the past term as one of your South Hokianga representatives on the Kaikohe Hokianga Community Board. I would like to keep fighting for Hokianga to be heard, to be seen and to recieve our fair share. I will use what I have learned about Local Government over the past 3 years to keep the pressure on Council to: maintain our roads, footpaths, and all FNDC assets, implement affordable land-based wastewater solutions, increase affordable housing, improve Elderly Housing, support local educational and employment opportunities, and support hapu and community resilience to extreme events. I will continue to help people navigate Council systems and to advocate for local issues.
I grew up in Hokianga, am a member of the Hauora Hokianga Trust, Rawene Civil Defence, Te Mauri o te Wai, and a volunteer in the Rawene Volunteer Fire Brigade.
Candidate video:
ORME, Denis
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Candidate statement:
For fiscal responsibility and equitable distribution of infrastructure funding, services, and amenities.
Denis Orme Justice of the Peace, stands for: Sensible, transparent financial management; Fair access to resources for all wards, including Hokianga; Strong advocacy for rural and underfunded communities; Accountable, community-driven decision making.
A balanced future for the Far North
Denis has just concluded over six years as a volunteer ambulance first Responder in the Mid-North.
His volunteering continues as a mentor, for Business Mentoring New Zealand (BMNZ); and assisting seriously ill children through Make-A-Wish.
An avid photographer, Denis produces an annual Calendar, 100% of funds benefiting Cancer Research.
Denis was involved in restructuring organizations and businesses internationally in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and USA. This followed a period as a Manager for PWC in Houston, TX.
He has two adult children and resides in Omapare.
Denis is a member of the Hokianga RSA.
WILLIAMS, Elyse King
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Candidate statement:
Kia Ora,
At 21 years of age I was born and raised in Hokianga on our family farm. Growing up in my family I was fortunate to be given a range of experiences, from school & sporting endeavours, community kaupapa, and employment. It's these experiences, and the support of my whanau, that motivated me to stand in this election. I grew up watching those around me go to bat for years, through generations, to improve the quality of life in our communities.
Hapu/Community led - Council supported solutions for water, safe driveable roads, fit for purpose council services, and beautiful places to live & enjoy. I have watched & learned from these battles and been a part of them myself as a submitter & supporter in small but meaningful ways. Now I would like your support to continue this journey as the Community Board Representative for South Hokianga.