Vote Liz Remmerswaal for Hawke's Bay Regional Council


Liz has been a passionate advocate for the environment in her three years on Council and has influenced the direction of many debates.

Goals she has achieved this term include:

Liz is a defender of democracy with open, transparent governance and and treasures her integrity.

She believes in being careful with resources while planning to ensure future generations can enjoy the healthy outdoor lifestyle she was raised in.

Liz sees that economic development is interwoven with caring for the environment.

She is a mother, journalist, conservationist and a community person who works tirelessly to contribute on behalf of her constituency.

A fifth generation New Zealander who grew up on a Hastings orchard, Liz would consider it an honour and a privilege to continue serving on Council.

40 Hawke's Bay people share why they support Liz:

  1. Liz Remmerswaal gave us valuable advice, a great deal of her time and a lot of support as we grappled with an environment and planning issue. Without her help we would not have known where to begin in presenting our case.

    Mairi & Brian Fitzsimons, Maraekakaho.

  2. Liz is the only one in there who is not afraid of swimming against the mainstream, as we say in German. I think Liz is doing really well in trying to protect the HB environment and not having her in the council would mean a big loss for the Bay. Sustainability is not a foreign word for Liz. She has an opinion and is not afraid of making it public. I really appreciate that...I touch wood that Liz can make it for another term, and another term, and another term.

    Gernot Goex, Farmers’ Market

  3. I strongly endorse Liz Remmerswaal for HB Regional Council. Why? Because she is a person of integrity. She works hard for her community and listens to what they say. She is the only committed environmentalist on the current Council. I trust her.

    Dinah Williams, former regional and district councillor, Havelock North.

  4. Liz is standing for the right things and that’s what matters. I see great changes ahead that may become overwhelming on the environmental front, presenting itself with very difficult challenges .Liz’s heart is in the right place and that is the most important thing.

    Bernie Bowden, Forest and Bird member, Hastings.

  5. I believe Regional Council need a wide spectrum of representatives to bring a variety of skills, new ideas and experience to the table. Liz Remmerswaal is often that voice presenting another viewpoint for consideration.

    Guy Lethbridge, engineer,Strata Group.

  6. In her first term, Liz Remmerswaal has been a dedicated Regional Councillor, not just in dealing with day to day issues, but in endeavouring to provide a balance between urban and rural users of our valuable Hawkes Bay resources.

    Colin Crombie, HB Water Environment Group.

  7. Liz is truly a people's person and someone who sets out to do something to achieve a positive outcome

    Eliza Falcon,Te Aute College.

  8. We need to re-elect Liz back on council because she's making a positive difference to protect our environment - which is exactly the job a Regional Council is supposed to concentrate on.

    Bruce Bissett, HB Today columnist, Hastings.

  9. We must elect Liz back onto the HBRC. She has the environment of Hawkes Bay and the healthy future of this region and its people at the heart of all she does.

    Sumner and Tom Burstyn, Cloud South Films

  10. Liz is never afraid to ask the hard questions around the Council table about how decisions will impact on the environment and works hard to encourage people to get involved in community initiatives that protect our natural resources.

    Angela Hair, Baywatch Environment Group.

  11. I enjoyed the open and frank discussions I had with Liz around the management of Hawke’s Bay’s natural resources. She has an obvious passion for the region, its people and sustainable management issues and it was gratifying to see her seeking to understand as much around the issues as possible.

    Iain Maxwell, former manager HB Fish and Game.

  12. For the sake of the birds, bees, and kids who dirty their knees or want to climb trees, help stop our environment going into freefall. Vote Liz Remmerswaal.

    Graeme Davidson, Havelock North

  13. Look around you, Liz has made a difference, for the better, for the environment. Liz speaks for the trees. Keep the Regional Council honest.

    Marie Dunningham, Grey Power member.

  14. I think its important for you to be elected and maintain your position in the Regional Council, because firstly it creates "a balance," and secondly, your committment to cleaning up our rivers.

    Andy Coltart,Black Barn.

  15. Liz has been effective in providing a refreshing, uncompromising voice on the Council in advocating for the protection of our region's environment. She has matched her words with actions, and has stood out as a councillor who is unafraid to vote independently rather than compromise what she believes in.

    Maxine Boag, Napier City Councillor.

  16. "Liz has a refreshing enthusiasm for youth which keeps me optimistic that our voices are being listened to."

    Louis Chambers, university student.

  17. Liz has bought a breath of fresh air to the Regional Council. Hers was a natural progression from being an actively concerned citizen for the environment to being a member of the HBRC. In three years she has promoted many environmental causes that had previously been starved of an advocate on the council. I am glad to lend her my full support and confidence"

    David Head, Napier.

  18. Since your appointment to the HBRC you have tried to educate and inform yourself to contribute to whatever environmental concern is relevant regardless of “what others think or say” .As a result you have become a vital respected member of the HBRC,-- a credit to those who voted for you, and will vote again in the forthcoming elections”.

    Pat Magill, Pilot City.

  19. I appreciate Liz's courage and integrity. I believe that she has raised issues that are important to democracy and sustainability and which would not have been raised if she had not been on the Regional Council.

    Lani Morris,former Trustee Sustaining HB Trust.

  20. I would like to see Liz Remmerswaal re-elected because she is passionate about preserving the beauty and integrity of our environment, and she isn't afraid to speak out to do so.

    Sarah Tait-Jamieson, farmer, Elsthorpe.

  21. Liz Remmerswaal, has an intelligent and common sence approach to the needs of H.B. and the Regional Council. She works hard and conscientiously, and we are lucky to have her.

    Mary Marshall, conservationist, Havelock North.

  22. Liz is passionate about the work she does and always advocates for the things I believe are the most important. Gretta Carney.

  23. I have no hesitation whatsoever in supporting Liz ‘s nomination for regional council. Her passion, sincerity & commitment has impressed me no end. This is a lady who genuinely cares about the environment & has been more then active in that regard for many years. She is a true people’s person. Good luck & god bless, Liz.

    Henare O’Keefe, HDC councillor and Flaxmere advocate.

  24. A forward-thinking woman, willing to speak out for the part of our society that underpins everything else - the environment.

    Angie Denby, environmentalist.

  25. I have been very impressed with the sincerity and commitment Liz Remmerswaal has brought to her role as a Hawke's Bay Regional Councillor. Liz has worked hard on our behalf and I feel she deserves another term working for our region. Her dedication to environmental issues makes her a worthy candidate and I am pleased to declare my support for her campaign.

    Ken Aldred, NZ Institute of International Affairs, HB branch.

  26. I am regularly inspired by Liz's ongoing commitment to integrity in her every action. She is always proactive and welcoming of any chance to make a connection with someone new, or learn something new, particularly if she believes it will help her to do a better job for us as a Councillor.

    Suzanna Remmerswaal, environmental engineering student.

  27. Liz gets involved in all environmental issues, gently seeking out the facts and suggesting practical ways to move forward. A good communicator who works hard to get it right.

    Jim Watt, St Columba’s Havelock North Environment House Group.

  28. 'I support Liz because she's takes her role as environmental advocate seriously, is hard working, and vigilant around the Council table, as she demonstrated by initiating greater public participation in the Holding Company proposal.'

    Mark Sweet, Waimarama.

  29. In a very practical way Liz Remmerswaal carries the heart, depth, breadth, understanding and vision for the good of all Life in Hawkes Bay. Liz stands up and speaks out for the things that our life depends on- people care and connection, earth care and interrelationships, and fair share and respect for all people and all life. Vote Liz for HBRC

    Skye Isaac, Waipawa

  30. Liz- an environmentalist representing environmentalists on behalf of our environment.

    Lynne Trafford

  31. Liz has worked hard and achieved much and needs to be able to build on what she has started . Her work with Enviroschools is important as the next generation will need to be educated, informed and enthusiastic in order to work with issues that will be even more pressing in 20 years. If we do not support people like Liz, who will be the voice for the future!

    Kaye Keats,Cornucopia.

  32. It is vital that Liz is re-elected to the Regional Council, because she compels the other councillors to keep environmental concerns in the forefront of their thinking.

    Margaret Gwynn.

  33. Liz Remmerswaal fights for what is right

    Gordon Vogtherr, Hastings

  34. "Liz is a battler and stands up for environmental issues, within Hawkes Bay. She has a firm commitment to local needs that affect the Hastings- Havelock North area and has been supportive of Te Mata Peak, in achieving more financial support for the Trust Board to combat the problem of the invasive pink ragwort."

    Bruno Chambers, Te Mata Peak Trust Chairman

  35. I will continue to support Liz because of her practical environmental protection focus and because she has now completed one successful term.

    Mike Lusk, Friends of Te Mata Peak

  36. Liz is ready to listen to difference points of view and is happy to get involved 'hands on' in support of a project

    Corrie Hughes, Longlands

  37. I want you back on the council as you are our best environmental ambassador. you care about the earth and its resources. You have the passion and determination and networks to get the job done.

    Carol Larson, Haumoana

  38. Liz Remmerswaal is a strong voice for the earth and speaks out on environmental issues that are important to our region.

    Mary McCann, Hastings

  39. Integrity, diligence and a firm grip on what's best for the Hawkes Bay environment overall have distinguished Liz Remmerswall's first term as regional councilor. We're facing complex problems that require intelligent analysis and bravery. Liz has both of those qualities grounded in a deep caring for the land, air and water that sustain us and our economy. Liz has my vote and ought to have yours as well.

    Phyllis Tichinin, Tuki Tuki Valley

  40. Liz has worked hard during her first term in office to keep sustainability at the forefront of all council decision making.

    Barbara Brookfield, Havelock North