2025 Local Election scorecards

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes occassionally, but did a lot during the Covid 19 lockdown

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
No

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
I have always thought it is a bad idea to cycle on the main roads at peak traffic times because of the vehicle pollution and especially as you are breathing deeply if you are cycling at a reasonable pace, so I think the idea of cycleways off these main roads is a good idea.
I do have a problem with shared pedestrian and cycleways on the same path unless they are about 3m wide as some cyclist travel too fast as I have experienced near Tui Glen Reserve.
Another more recent “Hazard” are “Electric Scooters” that are faster then cycles and often the riders are iresponsible and a danger to pedestrians.
I am happy to meet with you or your committee so you can explain your goals, wish list or even just the most important single item.

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes, my husband and I ride for recreation

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
That people can cycle safely wherever they go and that because of this more people use cycling for short trips, instead of cars.

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes I and members of my family ride bikes. Mostly recreational, exercise purposes.

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Absolutely

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes, we need to improve and support these pathways. This will long term address issues of climate change, support travel modes in a more accessible way (biking), walking etc…

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
My vision is to see active modes of transport increase in usage by the community. This means that.. things like affordable options of bikes, e-bikes are sold at cost. In order to address the Tamaki Makaurau traffic congestion issues, we need to push for the completion and connection of pathways that link together and to the motorway. This is a bog move, and one that needs to be done in a way that does not ostracize communities. How this engagement is delivered is also something I will be passionate about. Short term it will be a big social investment however long term the benefits of increased health and wellbeing for the city as a whole will be remarkable,

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
No response

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes – we need safe speed zones for all road users

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes – it will be wonderous shared pathway that hugs the contour of the estuary

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes – we need adaptive and responsive modes of travel

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?

• Ensure that our streets, footpaths, walking tracks and safe cycle routes are well-maintained to drive and safe to walk on.
• Support fast, frequent and affordable integrated public transport throughout the area.
• Provide free Wifi on trains and bus stops.
• Provide more bus shelters.

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes! I ride my bike to work in Mt Eden three times a week (unless it’s pouring, I’m not terribly hardy. Then I take the bus or work from home). We also ride as a family in the weekends, for outings etc.

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes absolutely. I have experienced it in my own street, we were one of the pilot project streets who had the speed reduction first, and it has been a game changer – no more crashed cars, dead cats, and taking your life in your hand to say Hi to the neighbour. I absolutely support safe streets throughout H-M, and support communities to request them.

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes! The pathway should go all the way to Avondale, as a public amenity, and also a route for students to go to Avondale College. I will most certainly advocate for further funding for this project.

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
I do support Council increasing this share, but I also support putting further pressure on central government to increase the funding allocated.
Transport is the main source of emissions in Auckland, and traffic is also a terrible drain on people’s quality of life. Improving walking, cycling and public transport is one of my mail policy interests.

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?

My vision for Henderson-Massey is a community that is safe and easy to get around for everyone.
This includes safe walking, cycling, convenient and cheap public transport, and the ability to drive somewhere if needed – real transport choice.

There is no easy answer here – we are a very car-focused group of suburbs, and distances are vast. A transition to the urbanist dream is no mean feat in Henderson-Massey. However, there is lots we can do, immediately and in the long term, to give people real choice about transport. Shifting many many more people into active modes and onto convenient buses and trains will of course also free up road space for those who do need to take the car.

Some of my transport priorities are:

• Complete the network! Safe walking and cycling routes everywhere, so that riders are not forced back into traffic. Complete the Whau pathway and provide protected cycle lanes along all major routes, as well as underpasses (Lincoln Rd, looking at you!) where possible.
• Safe streets and pedestrian priority throughout our suburbs and local centres. Make it safe for kids to walk and cycle to school, and to cross the road where they need to.
• Much better bus priority on the NW motorway and along our main corridors. No bus stuck in traffic! Free the bus 🙂
• A local bus network that takes kids to school and after-school activities (a bus to the Trusts Stadium!), families to the shops, and friends to the movies AS WELL AS works for our work commutes. Includes feeder buses to where people actually live (McLeod Road developments!)
• A long-term Northwestern busway (or light rail!) that is fit for purpose, and sustainable for people and planet (all eyes on the Te Ara Hauāuru/NW Busway project, whānau!)
• Making the most of the CRL by improving connectivity in West Auckland, removing level crossings, making stations more comfortable, convenient and safe (southern access overbridge in Henderson!), and:
• extending rail to Huapai. Ngā mihi!!

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes mostly for recreation around the bike paths but as my son gets older we are taking further ‘trips to the shops/movies’

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Whilst I believe the 30kph speed zones had good intent, they don’t actually make the roads any safer as the most dangerous drivers ignore speed signs and act recklessly anyway.

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes, including looking at options for where and how that funding can arise to finish the pathway.

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
In order to make an informed decision on what is possible, I’d need to understand what level of funding shortfall there is and what would be feasible within the funding available (or from where else the funds could be taken)

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
We have some good foundations in Henderson-Massey with the existing bike paths and footpaths that have been extended. I support completion of the Te Whau pathway and ways that help people cycle or walk to where they need to get to.

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes – for commute, health, and recreation

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes, and support asking govt to reconsider!

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
Accessible, affordable, and attractive active transport options, for all people wanting to get from a to b, in and around H-M.

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes, I use my bike to get to work, to go to the shops and for recreation.

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
With about half of all Aucklanders car trips being under 6km, my vision is for a West Auckland that is safe to get around without a car. Safe active transport routes will enable people to use active transport for their daily journeys and in-turn reduce congestion on the our roads. I want it to be easy to connect with a train or a bus and there active transport users have space that’s separated from motorised traffic. Paths that are well maintained, well lit and pleasant to use.

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes, for recreation/ exercise, trips to the shops, library

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes if the majority of the community back it. This is what happened with new speed bumps around school. The majority of the community backed them.

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes, it will be a major transport and wellbeing infrastructure asset for Auckland. I’ve been involved in Te Whau Pathway for about 10 years first as a community liaison person and now as a trustee on Te Whau Pathway Environment Trust.

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes. It is underfunded relative to the benefits and the percentage of people who use active modes from the census data. The city can only benefit if more people are encouraged to use active modes and public transport as it gives alternative ways to get around, takes cars of roads for people who need them and offers health, safety and the environmental benefits.

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
I would like to see:

• Maintenance and infrastructure to ensure cycleways and footpaths are safe for all people at all times of the day and free of hazards.
• Complete any possible cyclepaths or footpaths missing links so people can do more trips safely to key destinations.
• Investing in cycle infrastructure like safe bike racks at key destinations like transport stations.
• Education and encouragement programmes.
• Ensure active travel investment is across all suburbs in the area.
• It would be great to see more active travel options encouraged in more housing developments e.g. walkways, bike storage.

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes! I have an e-bike, my husband and daughter have mountain bikes, and my son is still very attached to his balance bike. Although my husband is more of an e-scooter rider, and my son prefers his standard scooter. We use it quite often, to pop to the shops, head to work and school, or for a fun ride. Next weekend we’re planning a trip to Mt Albert Aquatic Centre via train.

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes, I support this.
I was enraged when the government came in with the mandatory and unconsulted-with removal of safer speed zones.
The research clearly shows that an accident at 30 km/hour significantly reduces road traffic deaths and injuries, especially for vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists, by decreasing the energy of impacts and increasing driver reaction times.
I am proud that Te Atatu South, specifically around Flanshaw Road School, was the first pilot of Safer Speed Zones, and thanks to the advocacy of Cr Shane Henderson and our local board we were able to retain that one safer speeds zone.
As the transport lead for the Henderson-Massey Local Board, I will continue to advocate for communities to be able to request that those areas can be reverted back to 30 km per hour zones.

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes, wholeheartedly. I have advocated strongly for this project was was proud that we were able to secure funding in partnership with the government. I am glad to see that the Rizwell Reserve section has now been funding. I support the continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway, and will advocate that NZTA mitigation funds for the construction of the Northwest Rapid Transit Busway be allocated to this.

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes.

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
Our community deserves to have the option to take active modes to school, work or for leisure in a safe way on infrastructure that is built for purpose. When I was elected in 2019 the previous Local Board consulted with our community and produced the Henderson-Massey Connections Plan in 2019, and since being on the local board I have advocated alongside groups such as Bike Te Atatu and Bike Henderson to make this plan come to life. I have successfully advocated for Te Whau Pathway, the Colletta Esplanade Shared Path with lighting, and lighting for the Central Park Drive connector to the North-West Shared Path. I’m currently advocating for an improved connector on Keeling Ave to complete that section of the shared path as well as the Hobsonville Point cycleway. My vision is to see a Henderson-Massey where using active modes is normalised, and with the changes that we have been able to make and continue to advocate for, I see this vision becoming a reality.

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Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes

Do you, or does someone in your household, ride a bike? If so, what for (recreation, commuting, trips to the shop, etc) and how often?
Yes. For recreation, commuting to work, shopping, visiting friends

Safe speeds: The mandatory and unconsulted removal of safe speeds neighbourhoods this year directly affected areas of Te Atatu South, Henderson, Rānui and Massey.
Do you support communities being able to request that those and other areas are changed back to 30kph zones?
Yes Local Residents should be the ones who converse with AT regarding speed limits

Te Whau Pathway: Part of Te Whau Pathway will be finished in February 2026. It will connect the Northwestern Pathway to Roberts Field in Te Atatū South and will provide a safe off-road alternative route to the busy Te Atatū Road. It will also connect parks, businesses, schools and sports clubs, and serve a large residential area along a 14km stretch.
Do you support continued funding of the remaining stages of Te Whau Pathway?
Yes. It will connect communities from Te Atau to Green Bay A great across the west pathway

Funding: Less than 1% of Government funding for transport in Auckland (via the NLTF) goes to “active modes”, i.e. footpaths and cycleways. As a result, Auckland is having to pause or cancel many already overdue projects and basic repairs.
Do you support Council increasing its share to pick up this shortfall?
Yes Less expenditure on speed humps will enable more money to be spent on active mode projects
We have some great examples of shared pathways in West Auckland You can walk / ride from Henderson Valley all the way to the CBD , Westgate and North Shore using shared pathways and quiet streets
I ride to Devonport , pakaranga , the airport and St Heliers safely due to the investment in infrastructure

Vision: What is your vision for active travel in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area?
Highlight quiet street routes to cyclists Greater investment in paths that don’t have them at the moment – Henderson valley via candia to Swanson , and Oratia pathways via Forest Hill Rd

Will you come for a ride with us?
Yes