Living within our means

As my campaign is progressing the constant theme that I am hearing is the worry about the debt levels and the impact the cost of this debt is having on rates

It is true that the more debt Council incurs on behalf of the community the more we have to pay.

Previous mayoral campaigns have expressed the same concerns, yet debt continues to increase.

Living within our means is an important way of life for most individuals. It should also be an important consideration for our Council. With many of our ratepayers on fixed incomes, it is not easy for them to find the extra dollars to fund the “nice to have, but not absolutely necessary” projects. We need to save borrowing for the essentials and the unexpected , just as many households must do.

But at the same time we need to promote our district positively in order to grow local business and attract new jobs and investment, and build a new partnerships for progress so we can get back to living within our means. More people and investment into our area can bring much needed jobs and help us to spread the load of our existing debt and help to ensure we pay it off as quickly as is possible.

Annette Main

Mayoral Candidate, Wanganui

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Wanganui or Whanganui?

Recognition of Alternative names for the future

The spelling of the name of our district has been in the media and a topic of conversation for some time

The Government has made a pragmatic decision that we need to work with, let’s not waste any more time arguing about who is right and who is wrong.

If we are truly a community who wants to work together, the resolution of this issue will enable us to do move forward and tackle some of the bigger issues we face.

The Minister for Land Information Maurice Williamson told us and the rest of New Zealand earlier this year that, “The official geographic name for the city of Wanganui will be the alternatives ‘Whanganui' or ‘Wanganui’.

He said “My intention to assign alternative names for the city allows people to choose the name they prefer.

During extensive consultation it became clear to me that local iwi were seeking an acknowledgement of something that is very important to them. They wanted recognition and respect for their history and their language.

It was equally clear that the majority of the city's residents did not want change forced on them.”

The Minister also said that “On balance that alternative naming respectfully acknowledges the correct spelling of the Māori word "Whanganui". It also respects the views of those who have always known the city's name to be spelt "Wanganui.”

Now that this right has been conferred upon us by the government, as mayor I would respect the choice of any individual to use the option they prefer.


-Annette Main
Mayoralty Candidate, Wanganui


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The Candidate: Annette Main

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For a newly elected mayor and council, there will be a need to develop healthy and respectful working relationships, with each other, with staff and with the community

My top priority will be a new partnership for progress that will balance delivering high quality council services and investing in promoting the city in order to grow local businesses and attract new business investment.

But first, we need to make sure we get the basics right, which means making sure we are living within our means as a city and that the basic services we all take for granted, like good quality roads and footpaths, waste collection, sports fields and community facilities are maintained and improved.

As mayor I would make it a priority to ensure I understand the current state of our finances and work with council to get a manageable strategy in place to address affordability issues. This will not be an easy task but one I see as a major priority.

There are many groups in our community who are passionate about our city and we need to build on their strengths and their passion to bring people together and find the common ground vital to moving the city forward.

We need to also ensure our city is cleverly promoted as a world class destination both for visitors and for business investment so we can grow the local economy to deliver the lifestyle we want and the employment opportunities we need.

By bringing people together, getting the basics right and focusing on what really needs to get done to move us forward, this city will be unbeatable.

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What Annette Main Stands for

I am standing for Mayor in the coming elections, and am working hard to make contact with as many local residents as possible.
I want to better understand what it is about our city and district that you enjoy, what you would like to see done differently, and what kind of future you would like for you, your friends and your family.

As Mayor I will take a fresh inclusive approach to civic leadership that focuses on bringing people together and providing leadership you can rely on.

My priority is to make sure we get the basics right, which means making sure we are living within our means as a city and that the basic services we all take for granted, like good quality roads and footpaths, waste collection, sports fields and community facilities are maintained and improved.

And we need also to cleverly promote our city as a world class destination both for visitors and for business investment so we can grow our local economy to deliver the lifestyle we want and the employment opportunities we need.

My website has more information about me, what I am standing for, and my views on current issues or please phone, text, or email me if you have a view you would like to share with me.
I would really enjoy hearing from you.


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