Josh Wharehinga
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The Deputy Mayor of Gisborne, Josh Wharehinga has been critical of the long-standing neglect of Elgin's play areas, advocating for significant investment to address the disparities in play space quality within the city.
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Deputy Mayor Josh Wharehinga supported the bylaw changes and advocated for guidance in issuing licenses.
Gisborne council adopts new rules for mobile traders from November 2025The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-10-03
New Zealand· 2025-10-03
Wharehinga has previously said he would not seek re-election.
Most Gisborne councillors seek re-election, Colin Alder mulls Gisborne mayoral runThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-07-14
New Zealand· 2025-07-14
Deputy Mayor Josh Wharehinga noted that the statement was consistent with previous council decisions.
Gisborne council to investigate return of ancestral land to Ngāti OneoneThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-06-26
New Zealand· 2025-06-26
Deputy Mayor Josh Wharehinga expressed his disbelief at the 'island of underinvestment' in the city.
Gisborne’s Elgin to get $190,000 renewal for ‘outdated’ playground spaceThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-06-10
New Zealand· 2025-06-10
