The Henderson-Massey Local board area is at the western end of the Waitemata Harbour and includes Te Atatu South, Te Atatu Peninsula, Western Heights, parts of West Harbour, Ranui, Massey, Henderson and Glendene.
The Waitakere ward of the Council includes the Henderson-Massey local board area and the Waitakere local board area and parts of the Whau local board.
A member of the Rotary club of Waitakere, John is a Health Safety and Environment Manager, Chair of the Local Community Organisation Grant Scheme (Cogs) which distributes money on behalf of the Government to community organisations, on the executive of the Auckland branch of the NZ Institute of Safety Managers, secretary of the Massey Birdwood Settlers Association (residents and ratepayers) and President elect for 2016 to 2017 of his Rotary club
As your local representative, it’s my job to listen to the voice of the community
and ensure that both the Local board and Council deliver results that benefit our area now and in the future.
Having grown up locally I understand the issues facing us in our local area and how important it is to have a strong and consistent voice
advocating your needs and concerns.
As a family man I want our part of the city to be a strong, safe and vibrant community,
to protect and promote local business and make our residents proud to live here.
I believe in sustainable and affordable population growth but only with a well-planned, safe infrastructure
including transport, schools, water, sanitation, health, green spaces and recreational facilities, housing that is well planned that people whether young or old want to live in.
I believe my business career and Council and Community Board experience gives me the strength and expertise
to advocate on your behalf.
You will find me approachable, keen to listen and carry your message
to the powers that be.
Together we can make it happen!
John G Riddell
Authorised by Dr E Ali, 3 Jammen Drive, Massey, Auckland, 0614