My vision for the Eastern Bay is to make it the most livable place in New Zealand. Let me give you two examples. We’ve got to stimulate economic growth to help bring out the huge potential I see in young people, particularly business skills
Mayoral Candidate: Julie Jukes
Julie Jukes
Age: 47 (I turn 48 on election day)
How does the community know you best?
As the owner of Rosita’s.
Six60 joins One Love line-up
One of New Zealand’s most successful and popular bands has been named as a headline act for the 2017 One Love Festival
Keri Topperwien: Facebook
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Sky Show is coming to town
Be prepared to be dazzled by bright lights when the inaugural Whakatane Shy Show goes ahead in just a few weeks time.
Mayoral Candidate: Mike van der Boom
Name: Mike van der Boom
Age: 51
Best known in the community as: Event manager for ToiEDA
Landing Road Bridge Roundabout
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