There were two candidates for this by-election:
Jillian Frater
The People's Choice
My principal place of residence is within the Lyttelton Community Subdivision of the Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula Community Board area.
I’m committed to our community and our environment. I’m standing so we can make sure Ōhinehou Lyttelton and Banks Peninsula remain great places to live.
I’ve lived here for 33 years and had various community roles including Chair of Lyttelton West School Board, President of Lyttelton Plunket and President of Lyttelton Tennis Club.
I’ve volunteered at the Information Centre, Community House and am the coordinator for Predator Free Lyttelton.
As a researcher at the University of Canterbury I work on sustainable transport and mental health. I previously worked as a town planner and have good knowledge of Council processes and the Resource Management Act.
We face big issues like adapting to climate change, managing visitors to Banks Peninsula and maintaining and enhancing the quality of the environment.
With your support, I am confident I have the skills, experience and values to be a strong and effective advocate tackling these challenges.
Vicki Tahau-Paton
Independent
My principal place of residence is within the Lyttelton Community Subdivision of the Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula Community Board area.
I'm not just stepping up to the plate; I'm diving headfirst into the heart of our community, with a passion to turn our challenges into triumphs.
Roads? Water quality? Public transport? Rubbish?
These aren't just words; they're the battlegrounds where I'm ready to fight for our community's well-being. I'm the roar that will echo your concerns, your dreams, and your aspirations: your concerns, magnified through a megaphone of dedication and action.
Communication? It's not just a checkbox—it's my top priority! I'm not here just to listen; but to be your advocate, your ally, your relentless force of change.
Let’s talk about the division we're facing; enough is enough I’ll bridge gaps, unite hearts, and turn challenges into opportunities. Together, we're not just closing the gap; we're building bridges that connect us all.
It's not just a campaign; it's action for positive results and a future that sparkles with unity.