Hemi Rolleston
New ZealandpoliticianMaleb. 19687.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Hemi Rolleston, the uncle of Mikaere Sydney, is a seasoned advocate for Māori communities, leveraging his extensive experience in governance and leadership roles at various organizations. A proud descendant of Tauranga Moana iwi, he aims to utilize his skills and connections to serve effectively in local governance and address the needs of Māori and the broader community.
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Te Awanui ward councillor Hēmi Rolleston abstained from the council’s voting, but spoke in support of the ward.
Future of Tauranga’s Māori ward to be decided by binding referendumNew Zealand· 2026-06-02
Te Awanui ward councillor Hēmi Rolleston used to walk up Mauao every day, usually at sunrise.
Mauao landslide damage: Tauranga mayor hopeful iconic maunga will reopenNew Zealand· 2026-02-24
Hēmi Rolleston rated Drysdale's leadership an eight.
Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale and councillors rate their performance after a yearNew Zealand· 2025-10-27
Te Awanui ward councillor Hēmi Rolleston said the ceremony was special and there was a big turnout from all parts of the community.
Matariki celebration on Mauao draws over 400 to remember the departedNew Zealand· 2025-06-20
Hemi Rolleston was sworn in as Tauranga Māori ward councillor after a byelection win.
Hemi Rolleston sworn in as Tauranga Māori ward councillor after byelection winNew Zealand· 2025-05-08
Hemi Rolleston was sworn in as Tauranga Māori ward councillor after a byelection win.
Hemi Rolleston sworn in as Tauranga Māori ward councillor after byelection winNew Zealand· 2025-05-08Rolleston is Mikaere Sydney’s uncle and has held senior executive positions while advocating for Māori.
Tauranga Māori ward byelection: Five candidates stand for Te Awanui seatNew Zealand· 2025-03-03
Rolleston is Mikaere Sydney’s uncle and has held senior executive positions while advocating for Māori.
Tauranga Māori ward byelection: Five candidates stand for Te Awanui seatNew Zealand· 2025-03-03