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Kia ora and welcome to the Maketu Community Board page.
Congratulations to the following who are standing for the four vacancies.
Important things to note:
Candidates were given the opportunity to film a 90 second video. Here is where you will find them.
Voting opens on 9 September and voting papers to be posted 9-22 September.
Sue Elliot
*did not provide a profile picture
Phone: 021 246 9006
Email: soo_elliott1@hotmail.com
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. Kia ora, My name is Sue Elliott. I am standing as a candidate for the Maketu Community Board to advocate and ensure that Maketu continues to thrive for our mokopuna, tamariki, rangatahi and kaumatua, into the future. My background is 20 years as a business owner in the food distribution area. I have also been a registered nurse for 20 years. Experience as a case manager for ACC Sensitive Claims and a Court Victim Advisor has completed my advocacy skill set. I am now retired, but represent Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu on the Iwi Māori Partnership Board for Te Moana a Toi. I look forward to serving the Maketu Community if successful.
Weina Moko
Phone: 027 366 8919
Email: weina357@gmail.com
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. Kia ora, ko Weina Moko ahau. I am of Te Arawa and Mataatua descent. I am from and reside in Maketu. I am passionate about people and the environment which is what encourages me to stand. I love to advocate for the minorities and have a priority for those who’s voices and mana are constantly ignored or silenced. My main line of mahi is kaitiakitanga which includes caring for the environment, but most importantly the people. I have experience in forestry, wetland and estuary environmental management, farming, kiwifruit to name a few. I have participated and represented in whanau/community groups, marae and hapu groups all with intention and hope for the people. There are many dreams and aspirations for Maketu from the community, and I believe anything can be achieved through communication and collaboration. Toitu te mana motuhake– Nā Weina Moko.
Stephan Simpson
Phone: 027 295 1474
Email: Steve.Marama@xtra.co.nz
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. It would be a privilege to represent the people of Maketu. I whakapapa to Maketu and was raised in Maketu, so I’m deeply committed to preserving and enhancing our unique Maketu lifestyle. I value our community and acknowledge there is still work to be done. I want to be a strong, active voice for Maketu – someone who is present, engaged, and advocating for what matters most to us. My key priorities include: Ensuring Maketu infrastructure needs are met; Protecting our natural environment; Support our parks and reserves; Supporting Maketu community and social activities. Having served three terms on the Maketu Community Board, I bring experience and a solid understanding of council processes. I’m ready to continue working hard for our community, with a clear focus on fairness, transparency, and delivering results. I want to continue to be a voice in action for our people, representing Maketu with pride and purpose.
Cecil (Moki) Thomas
*did not provide a profile picture
Phone:
Email:
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. Kia ora te tangata o Maketu, Ko wai au? Maketu ki Tongariro te Maunga Kaituna te Awa Toi te Moana Te Arawa te Waka Te Arawa te Iwi Ngati Whakaue te Hapu Tapiti raua ko Te Roro o Te Rangi nga marae Te Kowhai Tamati te whanau Ko Cecil Stanley Tohi Thomas (Moki) taku ingoa I have been a resident of Maketu for most of my life; having moved to Rotorua aged 10. I despised moving and I eventually came home at the age of 15. At 67 I treasure Maketu and its uniqueness although the environment has changed. What would I bring to Maketu as a Committee Board Member? Passion; Purpose; Commitment; Transparency. Regards, Moki
Leni (Beau) Walters
*did not provide a profile picture
Phone: 027 204 7043
Email: toialogging2018limited@gmail.com
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. No Statement Provided.
Aleisha Waterhouse
Phone:
Email:
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. Ko Takitimu nga maunga Ko Waihopai nga awa Ko Murihiku te marae Ko Ngai Tahu te iwi Ko Aleisha Waterhouse toku ingoa I have been in the Maketu Community for the last15 yrs and been lucky enough to be welcomed in as whānau. I would love the chance to carry on what my husband Brett has started, a strong voice to advocate for the community and to uphold the council accountable. Ko maketu ahau, ko Maketu ko au I am Maketu, Maketu is me.
Kia ora and welcome to the Maketu Community Board page.
Congratulations to the following who are standing for the four vacancies.
Important things to note:
Candidates were given the opportunity to film a 90 second video. Here is where you will find them.
Voting opens on 9 September and voting papers to be posted 9-22 September.
Sue Elliot
*did not provide a profile picture
Phone: 021 246 9006
Email: soo_elliott1@hotmail.com
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. Kia ora, My name is Sue Elliott. I am standing as a candidate for the Maketu Community Board to advocate and ensure that Maketu continues to thrive for our mokopuna, tamariki, rangatahi and kaumatua, into the future. My background is 20 years as a business owner in the food distribution area. I have also been a registered nurse for 20 years. Experience as a case manager for ACC Sensitive Claims and a Court Victim Advisor has completed my advocacy skill set. I am now retired, but represent Ngāti Whakaue ki Maketu on the Iwi Māori Partnership Board for Te Moana a Toi. I look forward to serving the Maketu Community if successful.
Weina Moko
Phone: 027 366 8919
Email: weina357@gmail.com
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. Kia ora, ko Weina Moko ahau. I am of Te Arawa and Mataatua descent. I am from and reside in Maketu. I am passionate about people and the environment which is what encourages me to stand. I love to advocate for the minorities and have a priority for those who’s voices and mana are constantly ignored or silenced. My main line of mahi is kaitiakitanga which includes caring for the environment, but most importantly the people. I have experience in forestry, wetland and estuary environmental management, farming, kiwifruit to name a few. I have participated and represented in whanau/community groups, marae and hapu groups all with intention and hope for the people. There are many dreams and aspirations for Maketu from the community, and I believe anything can be achieved through communication and collaboration. Toitu te mana motuhake– Nā Weina Moko.
Stephan Simpson
Phone: 027 295 1474
Email: Steve.Marama@xtra.co.nz
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. It would be a privilege to represent the people of Maketu. I whakapapa to Maketu and was raised in Maketu, so I’m deeply committed to preserving and enhancing our unique Maketu lifestyle. I value our community and acknowledge there is still work to be done. I want to be a strong, active voice for Maketu – someone who is present, engaged, and advocating for what matters most to us. My key priorities include: Ensuring Maketu infrastructure needs are met; Protecting our natural environment; Support our parks and reserves; Supporting Maketu community and social activities. Having served three terms on the Maketu Community Board, I bring experience and a solid understanding of council processes. I’m ready to continue working hard for our community, with a clear focus on fairness, transparency, and delivering results. I want to continue to be a voice in action for our people, representing Maketu with pride and purpose.
Cecil (Moki) Thomas
*did not provide a profile picture
Phone:
Email:
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. Kia ora te tangata o Maketu, Ko wai au? Maketu ki Tongariro te Maunga Kaituna te Awa Toi te Moana Te Arawa te Waka Te Arawa te Iwi Ngati Whakaue te Hapu Tapiti raua ko Te Roro o Te Rangi nga marae Te Kowhai Tamati te whanau Ko Cecil Stanley Tohi Thomas (Moki) taku ingoa I have been a resident of Maketu for most of my life; having moved to Rotorua aged 10. I despised moving and I eventually came home at the age of 15. At 67 I treasure Maketu and its uniqueness although the environment has changed. What would I bring to Maketu as a Committee Board Member? Passion; Purpose; Commitment; Transparency. Regards, Moki
Leni (Beau) Walters
*did not provide a profile picture
Phone: 027 204 7043
Email: toialogging2018limited@gmail.com
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. No Statement Provided.
Aleisha Waterhouse
Phone:
Email:
My principal place of residence is in the Maketu Community Board area. Ko Takitimu nga maunga Ko Waihopai nga awa Ko Murihiku te marae Ko Ngai Tahu te iwi Ko Aleisha Waterhouse toku ingoa I have been in the Maketu Community for the last15 yrs and been lucky enough to be welcomed in as whānau. I would love the chance to carry on what my husband Brett has started, a strong voice to advocate for the community and to uphold the council accountable. Ko maketu ahau, ko Maketu ko au I am Maketu, Maketu is me.
