The People's Choice - Labour
My principal place of residence is in the Burwood Ward area.
The last nine years have been a huge challenge as Burwood was the worst affected ward in the earthquakes. Over $400m has been spent renewing sewers, water mains, roads and footpaths but we all know there is still a lot to do. Because recovering from an earthquake is a marathon, not a sprint I helped set up the Residential Advisory Service and the Insurance Tribunal. I've also been involved in the redevelopment of Donnell Park, Wainoni Park, Horseshoe Lake amenities, rebuild of QE2, and the Aranui Community Centre.
I'm proud that our People's Choice team prevented the sale of our airport, electricity network and other assets. Without dividends from them, our rates would be even higher. I will totally oppose any attempt to commercialise or privatise our water supply.
Challenges remain - roads, footpaths, housing, and the red zone. I seek your support in continuing to rebuild our ward.