Statement from ORC Dunstan ward candidate Ben Farrell

The following statement has been received from ORC Dunstan Ward candidate Ben Farrell.

"Our environment underpins economic prosperity, and I’m committed to restoring our biodiversity and freshwater, improving transport, and tackling resource management and strategic planning issues at the council table. I am well qualified to do so. 

With strong family ties to Otago and decades of experience in policy, planning and development, I bring expertise, leadership and governance qualities. I hold post graduate degrees in management and environmental policy and planning from Lincoln University.

I am a full member of the NZ Planning Institute, the current President of the NZ Resource Management Law Association, and an accredited RMA commissioner. I champion strong local governance, property rights, and sustainable growth.

I’ll be a firm voice for the “Regional Deal,” helping Otago Central Lakes gain traction with Central Government. My work is about helping you and all of us shape a prosperous, resilient future for this region – for us and our children after us."